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Celebrating Women in the Auto Industry for Women’s History Month

Women’s History Month offers a perfect opportunity to honor the remarkable women who have left an indelible mark on the automotive world. In an industry traditionally dominated by men, these women shattered boundaries and brought innovations that continue to influence the vehicles we drive. Their engineering feats and visionary designs have become a defining part of automotive history. This month, we celebrate their groundbreaking accomplishments and the profound legacy they’ve built.

Pioneering Women Driving Change

Bertha Benz (1849–1944) – The First Long-Distance Driver

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6 Simple Yet Impactful Activities for a Happier Hunt for Happiness Week

We all crave happiness, yet it sometimes feels just out of reach. During Hunt for Happiness Week, take a step back, recharge your mental and emotional batteries, and engage in activities that can bring more joy into your life. Whether you’re starting fresh with new habits or returning to old ones, happiness is often closer than it appears. Here are seven easy but powerful ways to elevate your happiness this week.

1. Rediscover Mindfulness through Meditation

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Celebrating National Manufacturing Day with a Focus on the Auto Industry

Every first Friday of October, the United States celebrates National Manufacturing Day (MFG Day). This event, started by the Manufacturing Institute, highlights manufacturing’s economic importance and showcases career opportunities. For the auto industry, MFG Day is a chance to recognize its contributions and anticipate future innovations.

The Importance of MFG Day

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Fun in the Macon, Georgia Sun!

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.

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How to Prepare Your Vehicle for a Road Trip

Memorial Day is just weeks away, and it’s time to hit the road. Are you prepared for your big summer road trip? Time to take a quick inventory. Are your bags packed? Playlist made? Air B&B confirmed? Perfect! Now all that’s left is tending to the most important component of all: your vehicle. 

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Six Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Your Car Lover

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. 

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Happy 75th Anniversary, Volkswagen!

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. 

The People’s Car Project (1932 – 1940) 

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