American road trips are a cultural phenomenon almost as old as the automobile, dating back more than a century. Millions of families nationwide are getting behind the wheel this week, with the Fourth of July marking the peak of the season.

Motoring club AAA <a href="https://newsroom.aaa.com/2025/06/july4forecast/" target="_blank" class="article-hover-class">estimates</a> that a record number of people, more than 72 million, will be on the road between June 28 and July 6.

The Epoch Times traveled from coast-to-coast asking people what the Fourth of July means to them and their families. {ai:summary}<p>American road trips have become a longstanding cultural tradition, particularly around the Fourth of July. This year, AAA projects over 72 million people will travel by car during the holiday week, marking a record high for summer travel. </p><p>#culture</p>

A 3,500 Mile Journey and the Meaning of 4th of July

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