— The story behind the blue oval
Ford History
Built to Move
Generations
Explore the milestones, vehicles and engineering ideas that shaped Ford, from the Model T to the Mustang, F-Series, Bronco and today’s electric era.
— Discover the legacy
The milestones that made Ford iconic
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— 1903–1927
Ford Motor Company began in 1903. The Model T and moving assembly line transformed how cars were built and purchased.
02
— 1932–1948
The affordable flathead V8 helped bring eight-cylinder performance to everyday drivers.
03
— 1964 onward
Introduced in 1964, the Mustang became a defining American pony car across generations.
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— 1948 onward
Ford’s F-Series grew from practical work trucks into a broad family of pickups.
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— 1966 onward
The original Bronco brought a new name to Ford’s off-road lineup, later returning in modern form.
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— Today
From EcoBoost and driver-assistance technology to hybrid and electric vehicles, Ford continues to evolve.
A Short Ford Timeline
1903 — Ford Motor Company is founded.
1908 — Model T is introduced.
1913 — Moving assembly line speeds vehicle production.
1932 — Ford introduces the flathead V8.
1948 — First F-Series trucks arrive.
1964 — Mustang debuts.
1966 — First Bronco arrives.
1986 — Taurus ushers in a new design era.
2010s — EcoBoost powertrains spread across the lineup.
2020s — Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning expand Ford’s electric offerings.
History is more than a timeline
Explore the people, engineering breakthroughs and iconic models behind Ford’s story. Ford Admirer is an independent enthusiast publication and is not affiliated with Ford Motor Company.