You see them every day. Some people have the standard white and blue plate, while others have a fun vanity plate that spells a word or phrase. I love all of you who do that, providing me with 30 seconds of entertainment at a stoplight. My favorite is when an electric car has something related to not needing gas or this truck's unabashedly Michigan plate.

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In recent years, the State of Michigan has introduced new plates for various reasons, like supporting a university or a cause. Some of the plates are purely for aesthetics, like the Mackinac Island sunset license plate (the best plate).

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The Reunion Tour

Recently, the State of Michigan has been introducing vintage/throwback plates from years past and it has been a major hit around the state. The Water Wonderland (1954 to 1964) and Water-Winter Wonderland (1960s) plates were quickly adopted, and now drivers can get another retro plate starting in February: the blue and black plate from the 70s, 80s, and 90s.

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State of Michigan / Bell's Treasures via eBay / Mikittenmom via eBay
State of Michigan / Bell's Treasures via eBay / Mikittenmom via eBay
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Many previous plates are available for purchase for personal collections. So with Michigan tapping into the wave of nostalgia that has carried pop culture for the last couple of years, it only makes sense to see what plate could be next on the revival treatment.

Michigan's License Plates From 1920 To Now

License plates have been a mandatory part of vehicles in Michigan since the early 1900s. The state has gone through many different designs over the years, not including the many university and special cause plates that are available for purchase. With a new law bringing back these designs, the roads will look very different going forward. Here's what you could expect.

Gallery Credit: Tommy McNeill

20 License Plates Around Grand Rapids That Will Make You Think

Here are 20 fun license plates that I've come across around Grand Rapids. Which is your favorite, or do you have some fun ones of your own?

Gallery Credit: Tommy McNeill

Retro Arcades Around Michigan That Are A Blast From The Past

If you're looking to put those quarters to use, these arcade/pinball spots around West Michigan are an excellent place to kick back and aim for some high scores.

Gallery Credit: Tommy McNeill

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