American cars have established themselves as fairly reliable, unpretentious cars. In the world market, iron mustangs occupy a well-deserved economic niche. There is no doubt that the demand for these cars is growing annually. A special place among other cars from the United States is the Lincoln car.
Company emergence
Lincoln is an automobile brand that arose in 1917. The founder of the company is Leland Henry, who at the time of the founding of the company was 70 years old. In the process of production development, various variants of the name were tried, and the brand logo was also changed more than once.
In 1927, the logo depicted a hound dog, which symbolized grace, speed. The current emblem arose much later, it is not reliably clear what this sign means. Some believe that this is a compass pointing to all directions of the world.
Lincoln - car brand: history
This car brand in the early years of its existence focused on the Cadillac. Despite all efforts, Lincoln (automobile brand) did not have significant demand among buyers.
Crash and salvation
The 30s of the 20th century are characterized by the beginning of the decline of the American economy. At the same time, the founder of the company dies, control passes to his son, who understands that if various measures are not taken, then Lincoln will cease to exist. The car brand has undergone changes. Chic and inexpensive cars were developed that were far ahead of the competition in the market.
Merger
Despite all the efforts of the company, in the 70s there was a merger of Ford and Lincoln. According to experts, this process only improved the car. After several successful models, up to the year 2000, the enterprise did not surprise the public with new products, more sticking to the position: proven quality is better than bankruptcy. Lincoln is currently part of Ford.
Company Facts
President John F. Kennedy was killed in the car of this company, despite this, US presidents still use cars of this brand.
The first CD was installed in a Lincoln car in 1989. In 1939, the company completed an order for Franklin Roosevelt, installing the first radiotelephone in the car. The 2013 Lincoln MKZ features the world's largest glass roof.
The most powerful engine in the history of world car construction was installed on the car of this company. A car of this brand is the most beloved among Texas residents; according to opinion polls, every second inhabitant would like or have a car of this brand.