While the names of many car models are often pulled out of thin air by the Motor City’s automakers, the Fairlane name is rooted in Ford family lore. Continue reading
What’s in a Name: 1955 Ford Fairlane
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1923: The Model T Ford’s Biggest Year
In 1923, annual production of the Model T Ford reached the astounding rate of two million cars. Here’s a look back at that remarkable year. Continue reading
The Model T’s Forerunner: The 1906-08 Ford Model NRS
The Model T was revolutionary, but Henry Ford didn’t pull it out of thin air. It was in large part a careful refinement of his Models N, R, and S of 1906 through 1908. Continue reading
Different From the Rest: The Redesigned 1941 Mercury
Mercury received its first major redesign in 1941, offering greater size, finer detailing, and additional standard features. Continue reading
New and Improved: The 1935 Ford V8 Grows Up
Ford came to market with a longer, wider, and better V8 product line for 1935, and car buyers responded. Continue reading
A Comparison: 1903 Ford Model A vs. 1903 Cadillac Model A
The 1903 Cadillac Model A and the 1903 Ford Model A have a common point of origin: with Henry Ford. How similar are the two Model As? Let’s take a look. Continue reading
Ford Goes Big for 1941
Developed under the watchful eye of founder Henry Ford, the 1941 passenger cars were the company’s biggest Fords yet. Continue reading