EPISODE · Jan 17, 2024 · 5 MIN
The Day VW Came to America On This Day Jan, 17, 1949 337s
from No Driving Gloves
In the post-World War II era, Volkswagen (VW) faced a pivotal moment as it sought to penetrate the American automotive market. Headed by Henirich Nordhoff, the Volkswagen factory made strategic decisions, and with the intervention of Max Hoffman, the stage was set for the People's Car to make its mark in the USA.www.nodrivingloves.com#cars #car #collectorcars #oldcars #cartalk #electriccars #ev #hotrod #carhistory #automotivehistory #automobile #thisdayinautomotivehistory #thisdayinhistory #classiccars #onthisday #ithappenedtoday #january17 #vw #volkswagen #beetleImage by Raphael Stäger from Pixabay
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