10 vehicles that changed the world

The American business magazine Forbes published a list of 10 cars that have “changed the world.” According to the experts that participated in the preparation of the ranking, it include the models that offered innovative solutions, opened a new class of automobile other than a revolutionary design or become a “popular” due to the availability and reliability. Thus, in the list were a number of different vehicles such as the Trabant and sports car Ford Mustang. Launch date of the vehicle is also not important: a review covers the past 100 years in the world’s automotive industry.

Following is the list of ten cars that have changed the world, according to Forbes magazine

1. Ford Model T (1908). The first of this series and affordable middle-class car in the world.

2. Volkswagen Beetle (1938). The most popular car produced in the world. Has become the standard of quality for compact cars.

3. Jaguar XK 120 (1948). The first postwar car of Jaguar. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful vehicles in the world.

4. Trabant (1958). Manufactured in East Germany for 30 years and became a “people’s” car for the countries of the communist camp in Europe.

5. Porsche 911 (1964). Car legend, a model of sport cars, “visiting card” of Porsche brand.

6. Ford Mustang (1964). The era of “Masclee cars” – sports coupe with a characteristic “muscular” appearance started in the United States with this model.

7. AMC Eagle (1980). One of the world’s first hatchbacks with a full drive. Manufactured by American Motors Corporation, which then belonged to Jeep brand and the Hornet.

8. Jeep Cherokee (1974). The world’s first medium SUV of medium price category.

9. Dodge Caravan (1984). The world’s first minivan.

10. Toyota Prius (2000). The world’s first mass hybrid vehicle, a bestseller among the environmentally friendly cars.