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Historical marker location:

10940 McMullen Road, Riverview, Florida

( Marker can be reached from McMullen Road, 0.9 miles south of Boyette Road, on the left when traveling south.)

Florida De Soto Trail. June 20, 1539.

Florida was one of the first states to embrace the automobile, with the first auto race in the state taking place in 1904. Today, Florida is still known for its car culture, with numerous car shows and events taking place throughout the year.