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This Day in Wells Fargo HistoryMarch 4, 1980

Several gasoline shortages in the 1970s and long lines at the pump motivated commuters to consider carpooling. The March 1980 edition of the Wells Fargo Banker magazine featured Rideshare opportunities.
Magazine cover titled Wells Fargo Banker March 1980 shows drawing of stagecoach among cars and trucks on a highway. Road sign reads Commuter Lane Toll Free 3 or more. Subhead reads Ridesharing: teaming up for a better commute - page 4.

A partnership born to solve challenges

Throughout their lives, Henry Wells and William G. Fargo, the founders of Wells, Fargo & Co., were known for their innovation and dedication to customers.

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