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1923: The Model T Ford’s Biggest Year

Posted on February 11, 2025 by MCG

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 →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1923 Ford, Ford, Ford Model T, Ford Motor Company, Henry Ford

The Model T’s Forerunner: The 1906-08 Ford Model NRS

Posted on February 1, 2025 by MCG

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 →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1906 Ford Model N, Ford, Ford Model NRS, Henry Ford

Different From the Rest: The Redesigned 1941 Mercury

Posted on October 1, 2024 by MCG

Mercury received its first major redesign in 1941, offering greater size, finer detailing, and additional standard features. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Edsel Ford, Ford Motor Company, Henry Ford, Mercury

New and Improved: The 1935 Ford V8 Grows Up

Posted on March 24, 2024 by MCG

Ford came to market with a longer, wider, and better V8 product line for 1935, and car buyers responded. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1935 Ford V8, Edsel Ford, Ford Motor Company, Henry Ford

A Comparison: 1903 Ford Model A vs. 1903 Cadillac Model A

Posted on March 21, 2024 by MCG

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 →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1903 Cadillac Model A, 1903 Ford Model A, Henry Ford, Henry M. Leland

Ford Goes Big for 1941

Posted on February 10, 2024 by MCG

Developed under the watchful eye of founder Henry Ford, the 1941 passenger cars were the company’s biggest Fords yet. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1941 Ford, E.T. Gregorie, Edsel Ford, Ford, Henry Ford

Tin Lizzie’s Last Stand: The 1926-27 Model T Ford

Posted on January 14, 2024 by MCG

As the Model T neared the end of its production life, Henry Ford reluctantly made some much-needed improvements to the beloved Tin Lizzie.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, Ford Model T, Henry Ford

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