Ford is an American automotive manufacturer that was established in 1903. Founded by Henry Ford, the Ford Motor Company is one of the world's largest automotive producers, and has been behind many notable innovations such as the production line. Early offerings such as the Model T and Model A helped establish Ford as one of the world's foremost car makers, while models such as the Mustang, Bronco, Thunderbird, and F-Series have become icons in their own right. Since its early days, Ford has always placed an emphasis on motorsport, having participated in a wide range of disciplines such as NASCAR, the World Rally Championship, the World Endurance Championship, and Formula 1. This pursuit of motorsport and performance has lead to the development of some truly special road cars, most notably the legendary GT40 and the revered Shelby Mustang. Some of Ford's international subsidiaries have also produced some special models, such as the wonderfully mad RS200 and the Escort RS Cosworth.