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Published February 9th, 2026

Modern Dating, Cars, and Valentine’s Day

Make the most of your date night—and a great first impression!

Older couple holding hands over the car console.

The connection between cars and romance has a long history. From drive-in theater dates to timeless romantic drives through the mountains, Cupid puts the pedal to the metal in the driver’s seat!

Sure, there may have been some awesome date nights on subways, buses, or planes, but no one appears to be bragging about those. Love at first sight usually takes the next step via a car or truck.

But these days, love at first sight might not be as common as, say, love at first swipe...

Online Dating Facts

Oh, the dating apps. Many Americans say online dating is exhausting, yet apps keep gaining in popularity. One Pew study found that slightly more people who have spent time on dating apps have found the experience positive (53%) rather than negative (46%).

Things could be worse, considering wagons aren’t making a comeback and online dating is here to stay. So, here are some tips to make the most of modern dating online to help make this Valentine’s Day memorable.

  • Use quality, recent photos on your dating profile

  • Be honest about your intentions

  • Use humor

  • Be genuinely curious about those who match with you

  • Ask trusted friends for feedback on your profile

Clean Up Real Nice

Now, after you connect with a potential Valentine, dating gurus put a huge emphasis on the first impression. You only get one shot at that—according to mathematical facts. So be sure to look your best. A new outfit helps, along with a visit to your barber or stylist.

And pulling up in a dirty ride on Valentine’s Day is not the best look. Don't panic though! A quick trip to the car wash will do wonders for your love life. And take advantage of free vacuums along with free self-service towels and surface cleaner at ZIPS for a spiffy interior.

Many lovely relationships start with a Valentine’s date. So put in the effort and you just might drive smack into love!