The arrival of the motor car
The emergence of the car and the motor industry, from an exclusive toy of the rich to a mass-produced transportation for all. The clip shows footage of crowded streets packed with horse-drawn vehicles in the early 20th century. It then covers the story of Henry Ford, including some advertising material. One interviewee describes a ride in the car as being 'as exciting as going into space!'
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