Truck Talk: Model TTs to the Super Duty

Henry Ford first coined the term “pickup” when he wanted to make a vehicle suitable for farmers. The truck has come a long way since 1917, when Ford based his new design off the Model T and named it the Model TT, capable of carrying a cargo load of one ton. Taking place among the museum’s historic collection of TT’s, this Speaker Series event features Aaron Bresky, Chief Technical Officer for Ford Motor Company’s hugely successful Super Duty program, heavy-duty trucks designed for towing, hauling, plowing, and off-road driving. A social start to the evening includes complimentary beverages and a sweet-and-savory pretzel bar. The formal program begins at 6 p.m. and proceeds benefit the museum’s cultural and educational mission. Tickets priced at $30 can be purchased online at www.fordpiquetteplant.org/events or by calling (313) 872-8759. Tickets for museum Members are $20. Seating is limited, so purchasing tickets in advance is recommended. Aaron Bresky is the Vehicle Engineering Manager and Chief Technical Officer on the Super Duty F-Series programs where he is responsible for delivering overall engineering and product development. Bresky has held various positions in his 26 years at Ford Motor Company including Advanced Powertrain Development, Design & Release, Noise Vibration & Harshness, and Vehicle Integration. Bresky has worked on Super Duty as well as other programs including the E-Series, F-150, F-650+, Excursion, Mustang and Windstar. Bresky has a strong passion for Ford Trucks. “Super Duty is a way of life for me,” he says, “It’s not just a work assignment; I am so ingrained in Super Duty that ‘Ford Trucks’ will likely come up in almost any conversation.” Bresky worked on the development and launch of the first Super Duty program in 1999 and on every Super Duty program since. A southeast Michigan native, Bresky earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in 1994, and a Master’s in Automotive Engineering in 1996 from Lawrence Technological University. The Piquette Avenue Plant Museum is open year-round to the public, Wednesdays through Sundays, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Regular admission tickets are $17 for adults, and $10 for students and youth. Children ages 4 and under are free. Optional guided tours take place daily at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. Private tours and school groups are available by appointment on all days of the week. The museum is also a popular destination for weddings and corporate events of all sizes. The museum Store offers a variety of automotive books, gifts, and collectibles, both onsite and online. For a complete schedule of events or to purchase tickets, visit www.fordpiquetteplant.org. Admission tickets are also available at the door. For more information email [email protected] or call (313) 872-8759.

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