Ford Model T Controls, circa 1921
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To modern drivers, the Ford Model T's controls are confusing. There are three foot pedals, but they operate the gearshift mechanism, the reverse gear, and the brake. The throttle is operated with a lever on the right side of the steering wheel. But compared to some cars of its time, the T's controls are straightforward and relatively easy to use.
To modern drivers, the Ford Model T's controls are confusing. There are three foot pedals, but they operate the gearshift mechanism, the reverse gear, and the brake. The throttle is operated with a lever on the right side of the steering wheel. But compared to some cars of its time, the T's controls are straightforward and relatively easy to use.
Artifact
Photographic print
Subject Date
circa 1921
Keywords
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
84.1.1660.P.833.99141.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8.25 in
Width: 10 in
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