Ford Tractors One Name, Two Stories

Send us Fan MailKat, you know how Ford transformed the auto industry—but did you know two different companies once sold tractors under the “Ford” name, and only one had anything to do with Henry Ford?In this tractor-themed episode of Info On The Go, we dig deep into one of the most surprising branding mix-ups in industrial history. You’ll learn how the Ford Tractor Company—an entirely separate entity from Ford Motor Company—briefly tried to capitalize on the Ford name with confusing (and underwhelming) results. From shady name games in Minneapolis to the creation of regulatory tractor testing in Nebraska, this is a story of ambition, controversy, and mechanical failure.Then, we switch gears to the real revolution: Fordson. Backed by Henry Ford himself, these tractors helped mechanize agriculture, empower women during wartime, and spread across the globe—from Michigan to the Soviet Union.From courtroom drama to plow-powered progress, discover how tractors shaped more than just fields. They changed lives, redefined labor, and in one odd twist—were even turned into tanks.This isn’t just farming history—it’s industrial intrigue on four wheels.Thank You for listening and Stay curious,Kat & WilliamEmail  [email protected] you would like to support Info On The Go click the link belowhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support Or for Patreonhttps://patreon.com/InfoOnTheGo?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkFollow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!https://www.facebook.com/share/g/159DdiptQh/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://infoonthego.buzzsprout.com Being Me Is the Best Thing to Be by Judy Erb tells the story of Honey, a curious little turtle who learns that being herself is the very best thing to be. It's a wonderful read for children, parents, and grandparents, celebrating self-confidence and self-acceptance. Be Like Honey Being Me Is the Best Thing to Be by Judy Erb tells the story of Honey, a curious little turtle who  Fresh From Cache™Created by IT professional Joel Folgner, Fresh From Cache delivers tech news, how-tos, and straightf PatreonSupport the show by becoming Patreon . Listen AD free and a week early. Have some one on one time wiOld GloryUse Code INFOGO to get 15% off at checkoutCozy EarthUse Code INFOGO to get 21% OFF Strong Coffee Company Get 20% OFF at chePatreonSupport the show by becoming Patreon . Listen AD free and a week early. Have some one on one time wiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank You for listening and Stay curious,Kat & WilliamEmail  [email protected] you would like to support Info On The Go click the link belowhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support Follow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!https://www.facebook.com/share/g/159DdiptQh/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://infoonthego.buzzsprout.com