Volkswagen is one of the most beloved brands in motoring history, thanks largely to two : the Beetle (a.k.a. Bug) and the Bus. More than have buzzed into the world since 1945, while the VW Bus presaged the minivan by thirty-plus years. examines and celebrates all aspects of the vehicles and the many cultural associations that have swirled around them for more than seven decades. The diminutive rear-engined and easily mass-produced Beetle became the during the 1960s. Its success was due to its familiar face, its wildly , and the sheer numbers produced. The equally compact yet spacious Bus (a.k.a. , , and simply “van”) has won millions of fans around the world with its practicality, simplicity, and design. In this beautifully illustrated and authoritatively written celebration, author Russell Hayes looks back at the vehicles while focusing on the classic air-cooled VWs that ran into the late 1970s. Along the way, readers witness the Beetle and Bus at work and at play and learn about vehicle development and growing , including star appearances in films like and , as well as television shows like and on the covers of the Beatles’ and Bob Dylan’s album. The story is brought up to date with coverage of the and plans for the , a modern electric version of the iconic due in 2022. deserves a place in the motoring libraries of VW owners, automotive enthusiasts, and those simply interested in pop culture. It's the ultimate illustrated history of these beloved vehicles.