1918 Texaco Ford Model T Runabout Truck Coin-Bank Texaco Turns to Ford. Henry Ford started producing trucks in 1917, mainly for the military. General Pershings Doughboys were the first to use the Model T Ford trucks to transport soldiers and supplies. Based on the high-ratings given the performance of these trucks, its no wonder Texaco turned to Ford for their fleet of post-war Runabout trucks. Texaco needed two things from their trucks- dependability and economy. Ford trucks proved their dependability in Europe during World War I. In 1918 post-war fuel shortages had the U.S. government asking for “Heatless Days and Gasless Sundays. Fords 20 horsepower engine provided Texaco the fuel economy that these difficult times warranted. Fully Authorized by Texaco and Ford. These 1918 Ford Model T Runabout trucks are made of heavy die-cast metal and feature Goodyear rubber tires, engraved wooden crates, the highest quality Tampo graphics and working tailgates with metal chains. As an added feature, both trucks are functional coin banks with detachable keys. And most important, they are completely authentic with all Ford and Texaco logos and insignias, just like they were rolling down the highways of America between the two World Wars. Model Features • Tampo Graphics • Goodyear Rubber Tires • Engraved Wooden Crates • Working Tailgates with Metal Chains • Functional Coin Bank with Detachable Keys • Precision Diecast Replica • Baked Enamel Finish • 1:24 Scale Model • 7 Inches Long