History of Cars

The first automobile was invented by Nichlas Joseph Cugnot

Jan 1, 1769

Cugnot's invented the steam wagon that made it easier for people to travel and transport goods.

The debut of the first enclosed car and glass windshield

Jan 1, 1903

Now drivers were able to travel despite the weather.

Steering wheels replaced tillers

Jan 1, 1904

Now drivers had a better way of controlling their vehicle.

The Ford Model T was the first affordable automobile

Oct 1, 1908

Since the Model T was affordable for middle class people a lot of cars were now seen on the road.

Car heaters appeared in several models

Jan 1, 1917

Drivers were now able to keep warm and travel.

The Wills-St.Clair was the first car to feature a backup light

Jan 1, 1922

This alerted drivers when a car was backing up.

Sun visors apeared in cars

Jan 1, 1931

This allowed drivers to see in direct sunlight.

Cheverolet invents the first SUV

Jan 1, 1936

This creation allowed people to haul family and their belongings.

The first automatic transmission appeared on an Oldmobile

Jan 1, 1937

The automatic transmission made shifting easier.

The Toyota Rav4 is the first crossover

Jan 11, 1996

Now people can have the space of an SUV and the ride of a car.

The Toyota Prius is the world's first hybrid car

Dec 1, 1997

This vehicle allows people to get better MPG than regular cars