🚗 Ah, the 1950s—a time when the open road was truly open and driving felt like freedom! North Carolina was no exception to this golden age of transportation. With the war over, folks were ready to move, and the state saw an uptick in automobile ownership. Cars became more affordable, and suddenly, families could venture beyond their neighborhoods.
🛣️ Statewide, the focus was on improving highways and local roads. Remember U.S. Route 301? It was the go-to path before the construction of Interstate 95. It connected rural and urban areas, helping North Carolinians get to work or take that Sunday drive to Grandma's.
🚌 Public transportation was still essential, especially for those who couldn't afford a car. City buses were the arteries of urban areas like Raleigh and Charlotte. Whether you were heading to school or the newest soda shop, hopping on a bus was as natural as putting on your saddle shoes. Ah, those were the days!
