In 1916, hybrid cars could’ve changed history. But Ford wouldn’t allow it.

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by Bill Gourgey

February 5, 2026

In 1916, hybrid cars could’ve changed history. But Ford wouldn’t allow it.

Henry Ford's monopoly on the automobile industry meant that hybrids wouldn't see the light of day for decades. The post In 1916, hybrid cars could’ve changed history. But Ford wouldn’t allow it. appeared first on Popular Science.

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Originally published on Popular Science on 2/5/2026