The original dune buggy is the often copied but never outdone, iconic Meyers Manx. Created in 1964 by engineer, artist, and boat builder Bruce Meyers, the Manx helped define 1960s California culture. Built upon a shortened VW Beetle chassis, and seen in hit Hollywood movies, it’s commonly forgotten that the Manx is also steeped in racing heritage having beaten the speed record at the Baja 1000 in 1967. Today, Meyers Manx is back. Joined today by renowned designer Freeman Thomas who is the current CEO of Meyers Manx, we discuss the company and the Manx 2.0. An all new Electric Vehicle which is making a stir within the industry and fans of the classic car.
Fuel for the Future is presented by State Farm Insurance and driven by America's Automotive Trust. Hosted by Michael May.
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Produced by Convergent Content, LLC
Theme Music by Matt Glass
09/12/23 • 40 min
Fuel for the Future - The Meyers Manx Electric Evolution
Transcript
In 1964, the sun kissed shores of Southern California saw the birth of an icon. The incomparable Myers Menkes, considered to be the first dune buggy. Dreamed up by the genius boat builder, artist and engineer Bruce Myers, this car riding in a shortened VW Beetle chassis, tackled beaches and deserts for off road drivers, and the little buggy did the unthinkable. It dominated the Baja 1000, beating the speed record there in 1967. The Myers makes has a dramatic history w
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