America’s car culture draws from a history rooted in the ideals of freedom; the freedom to travel in the direction of our destinies, to break boundaries with every passed mile mark, and to always keep moving forward. In a way, it represents that independent spirit alive in every American, putting our dreams in motion and giving us good reasons to stay innovative in every aspect of our lives.
From Ford’s fledgling days, to building interconnected highways across the country, to regulated traffic laws, to crude oil crises, the automobile sits at the center of it all. Take a closer look at some of its history with this fresh infographic and see why the automobile has apple pie beat as a blue-blooded American legend.