An Oscar Mayer Wienermobile was involved in a crash along a busy Chicago-area highway Monday morning, crashing and flipping onto its side. The Illinois State Police told Fox News Digital the collision happened just after 11 a.m. Monday along the northbound lanes of the Tri-State Tollway in Elmhurst. Police said the Wienermobile struck a Hyundai sedan, which was also traveling northbound, causing the driver to lose control and overcorrect, which caused the car to roll over. The northbound right lane was shut down for an investigation, and all lanes were reopened nearly an hour later, police said. A spokesperson for Oscar Mayer expressed gratitude that everyone involved in the crash was safe and uninjured. They also mentioned that safety on the road is a top priority for the company and they are providing support to their Hotdoggers, the brand ambassadors who drive the Wienermobiles across the country. The crash did not result in any injuries, according to the police. The Wienermobile tours year-round, with brand ambassadors driving the iconic hot dog-shaped vehicles all over America. The company’s website even offers a map to track the closest Wienermobile to your location. These six Wienermobiles travel an average of 20,000 miles, visiting over 20 states and distributing 250,000 Wiener Whistles throughout the year. Additionally, the ambassadors create content for the company’s social media channels. The next scheduled stop for the Wienermobile is in Grand Rapids, Michigan from July 23 to July 25. PETA has offered to pay for the stolen catalytic converter of the Wienermobile if it is converted into a vegan vehicle. Despite the rollover crash in Chicago, the Wienermobile continues to be a beloved American icon on the roads of the United States.
