January 20 is Fusca
January 20 is Fusca Day in Brazil, honoring the car that has become an icon of the automotive industry and a symbol of nostalgia for generations of Brazilians.
The date was made official by the Volkswagen Club of Brazil in recognition of the passion Brazilians have for the model, which began production in the country in 1959, at the Volkswagen factory in São Bernardo do Campo, São Paulo. The Beetle was the best-selling car in Brazil for decades, being a landmark of accessibility and functionality for millions of families.
The day is celebrated by enthusiasts and collectors with meetings, exhibitions and parades in several cities throughout the country. These events highlight the history and unique characteristics of the Beetle, which include its rounded design, air-cooled rear engine and mechanical simplicity.
The Beetle stopped being produced in Brazil in 1996, but its memory lives on. In 2013, Volkswagen launched a special edition of the Beetle to mark the model's return in a modernized version, but affection for the classic design still dominates the hearts of admirers.
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