The history of Ford Australia has been largely defined by the Ford Falcon. Introduced in 1960, the Falcon was initially a US model, but was quickly adapted to meet the demands of Australian conditions. With the robust design and powerful performance capturing the hearts and minds of Australians, the Falcon ultimately became a part of our national identity. The Falcon was also a key player in Australian motorsport over many decades, making a huge impact in the Australian Touring Car Championship and the Bathurst 1000.