Latin America Correspondent

Mexico’s Love Affair with the VW Beetle - with Ludwig Elias Franz

Latin America Correspondent

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to German journalist Ludwig Elias Franz about the VW Beetle, its history, how it created a cultural bridge between Mexico and Germany, and how it remains Mexico's most iconic vehicle. 

To read Franz's article on the subject for The Yucatan Times, copy and past the link below:

https://theyucatantimes.com/2025/10/the-economy-of-conviviality-how-a-little-car-bridged-germany-and-mexico/

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