Henry Ford

Who is he?• Industrialist• Founder of Ford Motor Company• Sponsor of development (assembly line)

What did he do?• He is responsible for the Model T. Which was the first mass produced

automobile in the US.• His Model T helped more of the general population afford a vehicle,

which lead to faster transportation• The assembly line, which is responsible for the mass production of the

vehicle also helped enhance the work force and economy in the US.

The Model T

How has it changed?• Although the Model T itself is no longer being produced, the company

Ford is still revolutionizing their vehicles. • From the Model T to vehicles now they are • Better for the Environment (flex fuel)• Safer (with seatbelts and crash safety test)• Faster and more efficient• Hold more individuals per unit