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Volkswagen Beetle

1946 – 2020 — GERMANY

The Volkswagen Beetle, also known as the Volkswagen Type 1, is a legendary small car manufactured by German automaker Volkswagen from 1938 to 2003. Its iconic design has made it one of the most recognizable cars in history. Originally envisioned in the early 1930s by Adolf Hitler, the Beetle was intended to be an affordable, basic vehicle for the average person to travel on Germany's growing road network, the Reichsautobahn. This vision led to the Beetle's development and eventual production. Over its remarkable 65-year lifespan, the Beetle established a production record for the longest continuous run of any single automobile model. The Beetle's unique shape and mass appeal contributed to over 21.5 million units being produced on