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First car is invented
Karl Benz of Austria invented the first automobile, powered by an internal combustion engine. This early vehicle only had 3 wheels! -
Model T begins production (1908-1927)
Ford's Model T was sold for an inexpensive price since it was built by assembly line. This vehicle could reach speeds around 45 mph. -
First car radio
In 1930 the first car radio was created. Driving could be done to music via AM frequency, making long drives more entertaining/manageable. -
Air conditioning system added
The Chrysler Imperial was the first car to be produced with an optional air conditioning system. It had 3 settings- low medium, and high. -
Cruise control created
This system helps drivers to keep a constant speed without using the accelerator, making driving steady much easier- especially on highways! -
Seatbelts!
This life saving invention was not added as a feature of cars until 1959! There were no laws requiring the use of seatbelts until 1989. -
Airbags
Like the seatbelt, this safety feature was added surprisingly recently! (Originally just for drivers, but now found all around the car) -
Reversing camera invented
Small cameras are added to the back of cars to stream live footage to the driver, preventing reversing mishaps and helping to parallel park! -
Early autopilot
The first autopilot technology was offered in the Tesla Model S. This autopilot can steer the car and change lanes for you! -
Self-driving cars?
The Waymo, Google's self driving car, should be released this year. Its first driverless ride was in 2015: behind the wheel was a blind man!
