Evolution of the Liftgate

WESTLAND, Mich.- One of the latest impressive features to hit ford vehicles is the hands-free liftgate which opens and closes with just a gentle kicking motion under the bumper, no need to fumble with your key. The 2013 Ford Escape was the first in its segment to offer the motion-sensing power liftgate which can be adjusted manually to meet specific customer needs. This new feature is just one more example of how far Ford vehicles have come over the years which made us think about the Evolution of the Ford Motor Company Liftgate.

Let's first go back to 1929 when the Ford Model A featured the first flip-down tailgate. The Model A flip-down tailgate paved the way for future tailgate innovation, and today we're familiar with the flip-down style on the Ford F-150! Almost 25 years later, we got our first taste of convenience with the push-button option. The 1952 Ford Country Squire station wagon liftgate opened in the back with just the push of a button.

 As the evolution of the lifgate began to progress more quickly, Ford Motor Company brought a little bit of magic to the vehicle rear with the 1966 Ford Fairlane and Falcon. The Ford Fairlane and Falcon wagon liftgate's both swung open and folded down. It was like magic! The swing open liftgate made its way to the iconic Ford Bronco which featured a rear-mounted spare tire that swung open to allow you to open the tailgate.

The two-part liftgate remained present on Ford SUVs like the Escape which featured liftgate in addition to a window hatch that allowed access to the rear via the back window. When we take a look at today's liftgate, the hands-free liftgate makes access easier than ever before! Come check out our New Ford Cars to experience the new Ford liftgate, or check out our Certified Pre-Owned Cars For Sale if you prefer an earlier liftgate style!

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