Ford's Most Monumental Moments
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Ford’s Most Monumental Moments
A Tribute to America’s Greatest Brand
Ford is Founded by Henry Ford and 11 Investors on June 16,
1903
In 1908, The Model T Ford is Introduced for The Dealer
From Utah to New York, this vehicle bolstered the Ford name.
1941: Ford Produces Jeeps For U.S. Military
This act by Ford helped the dealer become popular among patriotic states like Utah and Texas.
In 1956 Ford Common Stock Goes on Sale
Due to the excellence of the Ford Dealer, the company sold 10.2 million shares in the first day.
Ford Acquires 75 Percent of Aston Martin in 1987
Every Utah Ford dealer is excited by the expansion.
In 1988 Ford’s worldwide earnings were $5.3 billion
This was the highest earning of any automobile dealer to date.
In 1989 Ford Spends $2.5 Billion to Buy Jaguar Cars
This made the Jaguar brand more fitting for Utah citizens.
Ford Opens its First Dealership in China in 1993
From Utah to China, the Ford dealer garnered positive acclaim.
1997: Ford Sends Natural Gas Taxi Cabs to New York City
The typical car dealer could not compete with Ford as a green brand.
Ford’s Gas, Electric Hybrid Goes on Sale in 2005
The Mercury Mariner SUV hit every dealer from Utah to the East Coast.