Cars

First Prototype/Official Car

Jan 1, 1886

Karl Benz patented the three-wheeled Motor Car, known as the "Motorwagen," in 1886. It was the first true, modern automobile. Benz also patented his own throttle system, spark plugs, gear shifters, a water radiator, a carburetor and other fundamentals to the automobile.

Standard Drum Brakes are Introduced

Mar 9, 1902

Louis Renault is the man who created standard drum brakes which are currently still the base of 20th century cars. this is significant because it made driving much safer and more reliable.

Henry Ford Introduces The Model-T

Mar 9, 1908

This model-t car introduced by ford motors was a favorite of the people because of the price and the quality. this is significant because the model-t was one of the most bought cars and it revolutionized the automobile industry.

The Electric Starter was Introduced

Mar 9, 1911

A man named Charles Kettering created the electric starter. This is significant because it made things a lot easier. Its also a lot faster and saves effort and time.

First Moving Assembly Line for Cars

Mar 9, 1913

Ford Motor Company was the first to use this assembly line. This is significant because it made production a lot faster and than it was possible to sell more and lower the prices.

First Car Body Made Completely Out of Steel

Mar 9, 1914

Dodge Motor Company created the first all steel body car. This is significant because it makes it a lot more safe in case a car accident were to happen

Current Cars

Oct 16, 2020

Current Cars are way better and more advanced then they were when they were first introduced. Like current cars have more protection and advanced technology to help us people. The new technology in newer cars is easier to maintain than older cars. Current cars are also safer.