Updated: April 1, 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n

The month of April is a very interesting subject for lovers of automotive history. Many milestone events in auto history have occurred in April. Many groundbreaking products have been introduced in the month of April since the birth of the automobile as well. Here are some of the most important and interesting:<\/p>\n

April 1, 1967<\/strong> – The United States Department of Transportation is created. The DOT is responsible for overseeing all interstate travel and commerce. Lyndon B. Johnson is the first American President to oversee DOT operations.<\/p>\n

April 3, 1987<\/strong> – NASCAR driver Bill Elliott sets a qualifying run speed record<\/a> at Talladega Motor Speedway. His top speed of 212.809 mph still stands to this day.<\/p>\n

April 5, 1923<\/strong> – Firestone introduces inflatable tires. These tires reduced the amount of rubber required per tire when compared to solid rubber tires. This reduced manufacturing costs and prices for Firestone tires.<\/p>\n

April 8, 1910<\/strong> – The Los Angeles Motordome opens. This track was constructed entirely of wood 2×4\u2019s and utilized steeply banked corners. This one-mile track was known for speeds at or in excess of 100 mph. Expensive costs for upkeep on the wooden track and the Great Depression ended this racing spectacle.<\/p>\n

April 17, 1964<\/strong> – Ford unveils the Mustang at the New York World\u2019s Fair. This iconic automobile has been produced by the millions and remains very popular to this day.<\/p>\n