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The boom of the automobile industry fueled an expansion of the restaurant industry as Americans embraced both riding in cars and eating out. Restaurants served hungry motorists and made travel more enjoyable. Hoover's Restaurant sought to accommodate travelers by providing the region's first drive-up window, allowing motorists to remain in their cars while getting fast food and refreshments. The speed and price of this service soon became more appealing than a full-course sit-down meal.
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