Good Question: how did the little red truck become a Christmas icon?

(WKYT) — The little red truck hauling a Christmas tree has gained popularity in recent years as a holiday decoration and symbol.

Today’s Good Question is: When did the little red truck become such a big part of Christmas?

The imagery has roots dating back decades, with early examples appearing in advertising and publications long before becoming a widespread Christmas motif.

Early appearances in advertising and media

A 1930 Ford truck advertisement featured one of their red trucks loaded with a Christmas tree. In 1984, The New Yorker magazine cover featured an illustration with a red truck hauling a Christmas tree.

Some sources point to the Hallmark movie “Christmas in Evergreen,” where one of the main characters drives a vintage red truck, as contributing to the popularity.

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