Early autos required auto maintenance, too. The automobile has played a significant role in American society. With Henry Ford’s development of the assembly line, even someone with a moderate income could afford to purchase a car. With their new car, they had new options. For starters, they didn’t have to live within walking distance of their place of employment. Imagine if you didn’t have a car. Suddenly, you’re very conscious of the schedules and routes of train lines. You can always saddle the horse, or hitch it to a buggy, but a trip from McHenry County to Chicago was a major undertaking even with a horse. Deciding to visit New York City or Miami Beach was a long train ride or a much longer horse ride with or without the buggy. The automobile has played a significant role in American society. With Henry Ford’s development of the assembly line, even someone with a moderate income could afford to purchase a car. With their new car, they had new options. For s...