EVERY THURSDAY American History

Land of the free and home of the brave. See the stories of bold visionaries who set a course for the new world and helped to build the American Experiment.

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June 26, 2025

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The Cars That Made America

Part 1

A new and revolutionary machine--the automobile--is set to transform the country in unimaginable ways, as a handful of young visionaries prepare to ruthlessly battle for control of the new industry.

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The Cars That Made America

Part 2

The country is in the process of being paved, and from coast to coast, cities and towns are changing to suit the automobile. The entire industry is now dominated by just three companies--Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler.

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The Cars That Made America

Part 3

In the aftermath of WWII, America is moving to the suburbs, fueling a huge demand for new cars. But The Big Three spent the war building weapons and vehicles for the Allies and haven't made a new car in years.

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Story Feature

Truck Wars

Since their inception at the turn of the last century, pickup trucks have been essential to the American way of life, and manufacturing titans such as Ford, Dodge, and Chevrolet have engaged in brutal competition to outsmart, outmaneuver, and outlast one another. In this 2-hour special, automotive experts, designers, and historians weigh in on the most influential innovations in the truck world over the past 120 years.

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