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The Volkswagen Beetle, Like You’ve Never Seen It

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Daniel Rufiange
We follow the beloved Beetle through time… and the uses people put it to!

3 – Volkswagen Beetle 1938

On May 26, 1938, the Beetle was officially introduced in the purest Nazi way possible, with great fanfare and in the presence of tons of media to ensure the propaganda machine was properly fed. In this photo Hitler is flanked to his left by none other than Ferdinand Porsche.

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Daniel Rufiange
Daniel Rufiange
Automotive expert
  • Over 17 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 75 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 250 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists