The Ford Model T wasn’t just the first affordable car for the average American, it was the ride that kick-started modern mobility. Rolled out by the millions thanks to groundbreaking production methods, it brought cars to the masses and helped define an era. On May 26, 1927, Ford and his son proudly drove the 15-millionth Model T off the line. More than just transport, it became a symbol of innovation, ambition, and the rise of a modern, mobile middle class—until the VW Beetle finally surpassed it in 1972.
Interested to see how one humble car changed the world? Cruise through the gallery!