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The Wienermobile is a well-known automobile created by Oscar Mayer. Its main purpose is to advertise and promote the entire Oscar Mayer food product line, but it primarily focuses on promoting hot dogs. The Wienermobile was first created in 1936 by Oscar Meyer’s nephew, Carl Mayer. And what an astonishing creation it was! The original Wienermobile, just like the newer models, is shaped just like a huge hot dog in a bun. It's driven in parades, at grocery stores, during promotional activities, and more. At one point it was also used to visit schools, orphanages, and children’s hospitals. Currently, those who drive the Wienermobile are known as "Hotdoggers". (To read about a day in the life of the Wienermobile, complete with pictures, go to Vslee.)
There have been several Wienermobile models built since the first one was created in the 1930s. A little known fact is that gas rationing during the depression kept the Wienermobile from the roads, but that didn't stop it for long! As Oscar Mayer’s popularity and product lines grew, the Wienermobile continued on its tour across the Midwest and on its travels around the country. This promotional car also traveled to foreign countries to promote the company! The 1950s and 60s saw the peak of the Wienermobile popularity, and more than five million "wiener whistles" were given away to people along the route as promotional gifts. (A picture can be viewed at Use Film). Wienermobile toys also became popular items on store shelves, such as minature car replicas, rolling banks, and even remote control Wienermobiles. (For more information and pictures of these, go to Wienermobile and Webshots).
There are many interesting stories to share about the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile and its travels. There was one instance when it was involved in a police chase, which can be read about at Sfgate. The big hot dog still continues to tour the United States and attracts attention wherever it goes; this hot-dog-shaped automobile is one of the USA’s most popular and long-lasting attractions!
Still craving more Wienermobile information? Feast on these links!
More about the Wienermobile: Wikipedia and Transeum
More about the Oscar Mayer company: Kraft
More fun facts and information about the Wienermobile: World's Largest Things
More pictures of the Wienermobile: Reedberry, Transeum, and Off Roaders
More Wienermobile history: Oscar Mayer
More about the Wienermobile's construction: Road Trip America
Oscar Mayer Weiner lyrics and song: Lyrics Download
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