[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 135 (Friday, August 12, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E850]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF LINCOLN

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, August 12, 2022

  Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ford Motor 
Company's luxury vehicle division Lincoln on the occasion of their 
100th Anniversary. Their century of success is worthy of commendation.
  In 1922, Henry Ford's son Edsel Ford bought the Lincoln Motor Company 
headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, with the goal of manufacturing 
luxury cars. Throughout the years, the Lincoln Motor Company has grown 
to become one of the top luxury vehicle brands. Lincoln's cars are 
nationally recognized for their elegance and have been the car of 
choice for many prominent figures such as President Calvin Coolidge and 
several other United States Presidents. The first to debut features 
such as center-opening coach doors, electric gauges, keyless entry, and 
symphonic chimes, Lincoln's new innovations have made a significant 
impact on the automotive industry.
  To celebrate their 100 years of success, Lincoln is launching a year-
long collection of events worldwide. As part of their celebration, 
Lincoln's cars will also be featured at the 71st Pebble Beach Concours 
d' Elegance in California, where the brand's iconic designs dating back 
to 1922 will be put on public display, and they will unveil their 
vision for their second century of operation. Looking ahead to a 
cleaner future, Lincoln is also reimagining their brand in the 21st 
century by shifting their focus toward vehicle electrification and 
service connections. By 2030, Lincoln plans to have a fully electric 
global portfolio supported by their new zero-emission Lincoln Star 
Concept.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Lincoln as 
they celebrate 100 years of excellence. We are grateful for their 
decades of service to our community, and wish Lincoln continued success 
in the years ahead.

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