148 【Monozukuri-kei Podcast no Hi】 Talking about my favorite car: VW type2 Late Model
In this episode, participating in the 'Monozukuri-kei Podcast no Hi' project, personality Tsunezo talks about his favorite car, the 'VW type2 Late Model'. Even for those not familiar with automotive mechanics, we deliver a passionate talk that will help you develop an attachment to the car by learning about its design and background.
Thoughts on a beloved car from an industrial machine designer.
Tsunezo, who usually designs industrial machinery, shares his personal attachment to the theme of 'cars'. Rather than focusing on engines or performance, his unique perspective lies in being drawn to the product's design and concept.
Touching on the history and depth of the VW type2.
Starting with the 'VW type1', commonly known as the 'Beetle', designed in 1938, we look at the 'VW type2' which appeared as a commercial vehicle. We explore the reasons why this car is still loved by many today, while unraveling its history and why the personality fell in love with it.
The reasons it was loved in Brazil are revealed.
Valuable insights from an engineer's perspective are shared, such as the episode about its production in Brazil and the transition from air-cooled to water-cooled engines. In particular, the details of a 'certain model' created when production ended are noteworthy. The discussion goes even deeper, so please listen to the full episode.
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