The first production model of the Ford Model T was introduced in 1908 by Ford Motor Company. This revolutionary vehicle was designed to be affordable and accessible to the average American, featuring a simple, sturdy design that made it easy to operate and maintain. The Model T was powered by a 2.9-liter four-cylinder engine and had a top speed of about 45 miles per hour. Its production marked the beginning of mass automobile manufacturing, significantly changing transportation and contributing to the rise of the automobile industry in the United States.