National Name Your Car Day
On October 2nd, National Name Your Car Day celebrates a special dedication to your wheels. It's time to give your trusted vehicle what it really needs, a mark.
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Many of you may recall Herbie the Love Bug, Lightning McQueen from Cars, Kit from Knight Rider, General Lee from Smokey and the Bandit. These are just a few of the common vehicle names that are recognized by millions of people.
Make a day of it. Take the ol' jalopy out for a spin, a nice wash, and shine, and then perhaps you'll choose a signature meant for one so durable. Isn't it time to give those four wheels a name? After all, you spend all the time together and take such good care of each other, isn't it time to give those four wheels a name?
How to celebrate name your car day by observing the day's name.
- If you haven't already, pick a name for your car if you haven't already
- Those who want to see are shown photos of your jalopy with the new name on a sign placard for all to see
- Tell the tale behind your car's name.
- Try your Betsy, Arnold, Chuck, Chuck, Delores for a spin
- To post on social media, use #NameYourCarDayorg
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National Name Your Car Day was established in 1990 by television news reporter John Pertzborn of St. Louis. "shakes, rattles, and rolls" honors his 1954 blue and white Buick that "shakes, rattles, and rolls." The car's name is unknown. Elvis is the King of Elvis.
Name your car FAQ
How many people name their cars? Q. How many people identify their cars?
According to a 2019 survey conducted by autowise.com, 40% of people name their cars?
Is it more likely that cars will be identified as female or male? Q. Is it more likely to get a female or male name?
A. Most people who identify their cars give them a female name. A. According to Autowise, 53% identify their vehicle as female vs. male..
Q. Do people know other modes of transportation? Q. Do people know other forms of transportation?
A. Yes. Yes. Yes. Humans have been naming sea-going vessels for thousands of years.
