In 1909, the phrase "Get a horse!" popularized by George Horace Lorimer, became a symbol of resistance to the advent of automobiles. Originating as a humorous retort to drivers facing unreliable cars, it suggested reverting to horse-drawn carriages for reliability. As a catchphrase, it encapsulated the skepticism towards technological advancements and the transitional struggles of early automotive adoption, while highlighting the era's humor amidst evolving transportation modes.