The VW Beetle: From Controversy to Icon

This chapter explores the intricate history of the Volkswagen Beetle, revealing its origins linked to Nazi propaganda and the use of forced labor during World War II. It highlights the car's transition from a military vehicle to a civilian icon in America, thanks to strategic marketing and design improvements. Additionally, the narrative touches on the moral implications of its history, including Volkswagen's later reparations and acknowledgment of its past.