Here's why:
* Early automobiles were incredibly basic. The Quadricycle was designed to be a proof-of-concept, not a mass-produced vehicle.
* Reverse gears were not standard. Early automobiles often relied on a combination of maneuvering and turning the car around to change direction.
It was a few years later, with the Model T (released in 1908), that Ford incorporated a reverse gear into their cars. This innovation made driving easier and more efficient for everyday use.
