Imagine being so close to bankruptcy that one flop could end it all. That was Ford in the early '80s—until they dropped the Taurus. This wasn’t just a new car; it was a total company shakeup. Ford bet $3 billion (in '80s money!) on a futuristic sedan, changed their whole vibe, and it worked. The Taurus became a hit, saved the company, and forced rivals to rethink everything. Who knew a 'melted soap bar' could be a hero? #Cars #FordTaurus #AutoHistory