While the 170 V became a ubiquitous sight on German roads, serving as a taxi, police car, and family vehicle, its legacy is complex. Production was halted during World War II, and the vehicle’s chassis was later repurposed for military utility vehicles. However, in the context of the Google Doodle, this complex history is streamlined. The Doodle focuses entirely on the vehicle's role as a reliable urban workhorse and a pioneer of automotive handling.

There is a specific reason this Doodle went viral on Twitter (X) and Reddit within hours of launch. It isn’t just the drifting; it’s the of Flash games.