How License Plates Began: From Wood Signs to Digital Tags #Video

License plates are so common today that we barely give them a second thought. But have you ever wondered how this small metal rectangle on your car first came to be? Who decided we needed them? And what did the very first license plates look like?

In this episode, we’re diving into the surprisingly old—and sometimes weird—history of license plates. From homemade wooden signs to today’s high-tech digital tags, you’ll learn how these humble plates became an essential part of modern transportation.

Spoiler: At one point, you had to make your own license plate!
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