From Depot Hack to SUV: How the Model T Started It All!

Before SUVs and crossover vehicles, there was the 1915 Model T Depot Hack. Its unique design combined passenger seating with cargo capacity, making it the perfect early “utility vehicle.” Engineers and car enthusiasts alike see it as the foundation for two of America’s most beloved vehicle types: the station wagon and the SUV. In this video, we explore how a century-old Ford created the blueprint for modern versatility on wheels.

Published

December 5, 2025

Written by

Rick DeBruhl