Overview

Born from the ambitions of pre-war Germany and nurtured through conflict, recovery, and reinvention, the Volkswagen Beetle became one of the most beloved and recognizable cars in history. Beetlemania: The Life of the Volkswagen Bug charts the full, unbroken journey of this automotive icon, from Ferdinand Porsche's first pencil strokes to the retro rebirths of the twenty-first century and the final curtain call in 2019. Meticulously researched and rich in verifiable detail, this narrative follows the Beetle's evolution through wartime improvisation, postwar resilience, economic miracles, cultural revolutions, and global expansion. Along the way, it examines how a simple air-cooled saloon transcended its origins to inspire generations of drivers, racers, artists, and collectors on every continent. From factory floors in Wolfsburg, São Bernardo do Campo, and Puebla to the deserts of Baja and the glamour of Monte Carlo, Beetlemania captures the enduring charm, engineering ingenuity, and social impact of the world's most famous ""people's car."" This is not just the story of a vehicle-it's the story of how simplicity, durability, and universal design left a permanent mark on automotive history.

Full Product Details

9781923545373

Table of Contents

Reviews

Author Information

Tab Content 6

Countries Available