Henry Ford 1863 to 1947 he was born and grew up on a farm near Dearborn, Michigan. Early in his career, Mr. Ford worked as an apprentice machinist, a sawmill operator, and an engineer. In 1893, he became chief engineer for Edison Illuminating Company before leaving to start his own the Ford Motor Company. The Ford Motor Company was founded in 1903 with the introduction of the model a by 1908. After 20 design changes, the Model T was created. Mr. Ford had a vehicle that was designed for both the ease of manufacture and use.

The vehicle had parts with interchangeability and simplicity. The common man was able to drive and To better his own car. Henry Ford was the master of mass production. The successful implementation of the assembly line at the Highland Park plant in Detroit in 1913. reduced costs and increased productivity for Ford Motor Company. Reduced manufacturing costs, made cars more affordable for Americans.