SWIPE! ⬅️ In 1983, Emeline King broke barriers by becoming the first Black female transportation designer at Ford Motor Company, an achievement that not only opened doors for underrepresented groups in the automotive industry but also left a lasting impact on the design of iconic vehicles. At a time when the automotive design world was overwhelmingly male and white, King’s presence and talent stood out. Over her two-decade career at Ford, King contributed to multiple significant projects. She worked on cars like the 1989 Thunderbird and the futuristic 1990 Mustang Mach III concept, as well as production vehicles like the 2000 Thunderbird and 2002 Lincoln Aviator. However, her most celebrated work is the interior design of the 1994 SN95 Mustang, a redesign that helped modernize the legendary muscle car for a new generation and remains a memorable shift in Mustang evolution. Emeline King’s legacy extends beyond just design. She paved the way for future generations of women and minority...