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September marks National Americana Month, a time to honor the traditions that unite us as a nation. Whether it’s Independence Day parades, summer concerts, or county fairs, Americana embodies a vibrant tapestry of customs, nostalgia, and values.
Macon, Georgia, offers a charming mix of historical allure and contemporary entertainment, making it a perfect spot for couples eager to create lasting memories together.
One highlight is the Hay House, an impressive antebellum mansion where guided tours reveal its stunning architecture and rich heritage.
Don’t look now, but tomorrow is Valentine’s Day. Have you waited until the last minute to pick something out for your special someone? Sure, you could serenade them with flowers and chocolates for the umpteenth year in a row. But if your sweetheart is a car lover, this could be your chance you’ve been waiting for to go the extra mile.
Courtesy of Volkswagen of Macon, here are six Valentine’s gift ideas for the auto aficionado near and dear to your heart.
75 years ago today, two Volkswagen Type 1 vehicles landed on the shores of New York. 15 years before a small band from Liverpool would touch down in the Big Apple for the first time, Beetles had arrived in America.
Volkswagen gambled on Americans embracing their diminutive Love Bug, as production of the car had swelled overseas. 75 years later, that wager is still paying dividends. To celebrate 75 years of VW, Volkswagen of Macon looks back at the company’s birth.
Taking strange detours over the course of a road trip is nothing new. That’s why every long, winding road has billboards advertising everything from discount diners to caves of wonder.
But Volkswagen’s gradual immersion into the world of pop culture has been nothing short of an odyssey. From cameos on Beatles album covers to supporting roles in Oscar-winning films, the Volkswagen has been engraved in the annals of pop culture since its revolutionary ad campaigns started surfacing in the late 1950’s.
It’s that time of year again when the calendar is about to change, signaling the need for New Year’s resolutions. We all know the drill – make a list of intentions only to break them almost immediately. But what if, in 2024, you made a resolution to actually stick to them?
The beauty of New Year’s resolutions is that they don’t have to be grand life transformations (although they can be if you’re up for it). Setting a goal to lose weight and achieving it is an incredible feat! However, making small changes can still result…
‘Tis the season once again, a time for bustling shopping adventures and stress-inducing family get-togethers. Fortunately, it’s also the season to unwind by the fireplace, grab a plate of leftovers, and doze off to the Hallmark Channel’s annual marathon of classic (and not-so-classic) holiday films.
No holiday season would be complete without these movies, and many rotational favorites have been made even more memorable by the iconic cars featured in them. Today, at Volkswagen of Macon, we delve into some Christmas classics and the vehicles that played pivotal supporting roles in ...
Even for such an undersized vehicle, no one could have predicted the VW Beetle would become such an underdog story. Built for 65 years between 1938 and 2003, the original Beetle set the mark for the longest produced vehicle in auto history. That record still stands in 2023, as we mark the 20th anniversary of Volkswagen suspending production of the original Beetle.
Throughout the history of cinema, films and automobiles have shared an interconnected relationship. Take the New Hollywood era of the 1960s, which popularized the car chase genre. Icons such as Sean Connery in Goldfinger and Steve McQueen in Bullit could be seen racing through city streets without abandon, setting an inaccurate precedent for most cars’ typical capabilities.
Have you ever experienced a dead car battery? Don’t stress, you’re not alone! It’s a common issue that most drivers run into at least once in their lives. But here’s the good news; jumpstarting your car is a straightforward process that can save you the hassle of calling a tow truck or mechanic.
In this blog post, we will guide you through the steps to safely and easily jumpstart your car. So let’s dive in!