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The Model T created by Henry Ford is released in order to make it possible for the average American to own a car.
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The electric self starter allowed women to start their own cars giving them more freedom.
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Thousands of Americans have cars due to the booming economy.
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Many cars were given a sense of style with colors
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Many Americans were in the Great Depression, but the wealthy Americans at this time were able to have heat and listen to the radio in their cars.
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Cars are becoming more aerodynamic because of their design. They become more tube like instead of a box.
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The United States needed a way to travel around Europe in a small vehicle. The jeep was created for this purpose.
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With the end of WW2, Americans had a lot of money because of the economy. They were able to invest in their cars.
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With jets and rockets becoming more popular, average Americans reflected those designs on to their cars.
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The land speed record was set at 152mph showing that cars were able to go fast if you wanted them to.
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Cars begin to become more fuel friendly after concluding that they were polluting the environment.
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Americans start to become very flashy with their cars. Increasing their horsepower and overall appearance.
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The Land Rover is introduced as the first SUV. It is comfy and still has the ability to go off the road with its 4 wheel drive.
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With wars in the Middle East, oil prices rise. Automakers design smaller cars to fit the public needs.
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Cars are able to put small computer technology into their cars to help regulate fuel and other functions.
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THe first minivan is introduced to allow people to car pool and carry more stuff.
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Many cars become rounder to become more fuel efficient.
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With the Gulf War effecting the production of oil, alternative energy sources were needed.
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THe prius was the first mass produced hybrid car that reduced fuel emissions.
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The Nissan Leaf is the first mass produced zero emissions car. It is completely electric.
