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1957 and 1958 Packard Concept Cars

The 1957 and 1958 Packard concept cars were created to rebuild Packard's luxury business. One of Packard's best concepts, the Predictor, was dubbed the "dream car." See pictures and profiles of 1957 and 1958 Packard concept cars. More »


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How Flying Cars Will Work

Bogged down in bumper-to-bumper traffic have you ever daydreamed about your car taking off and flying over the road? Flying cars seem like science fiction but may not be too far off. See how they will work.

How the Aston Martin Rapide Works

With such dedication to the Aston Martin brand, most fans eagerly anticipate any news of an upcoming concept. Although the car is scheduled for production in 2009, Internet bloggers are already frothing at the mouth over the Rapide.

How the Chrysler ME Four-Twelve Works

What has a better power-to-weight ratio than an Enzo Ferrari, and enough room for a normal person to sit comfortably? It’s the Chrysler ME Four-Twelve concept car (that’s right we said Chrysler). Check it out.

How the Ford Shelby GR-1 Works

It's based on the chassis and suspension of the production Ford GT, and it's packing 600 horsepower. But its look is truly vintage. Check out a concept car that could be winning races in the next few years.

How the Ford SynUS Works

When you're done with the nasal-congestion jokes (it's actually pronounced sin-you-ehs) and take a good look at this concept car you'll be either giddy or horrified. Check out the future of city driving.

How the Lamborghini Reventon Works

Lamborghini designed the Reventon to look like a fighter jet, inside and out. There are only 20 of them -- and they're all sold out.

How the Land Rover LRX Works

The LRX is Land Rover's attempt to take a luxurious SUV and make it green. How does Land Rover combine sustainability without sacrificing the amenities that won the royal seal of approval?

How the sQuba Works

It's a sports car, it's a zero-emission vehicle, it was inspired by James Bond -- and it drives underwater. What's not to like about the sQuba?

How the Toyota MTRC Works

The MTRC Toyota's latest concept car is about as futuristic as automotive technology gets. Take a look at its ultra-modern design and learn how it pushes the limits of current technology.

How the Toyota PM Works

With the unveiling of the Personal Mobility (PM) concept car Toyota's designers have shared a new vision of personalized travel. Find out all about the PM's design power and unique features.

How the Volvo Your Concept Car Works

While the design of the YCC is filled with forward-looking ideas, the most innovative aspect of the car is not the design but who designed it -- an all-female team. With everything from an interchangeable interior to special features like Ergovision and Autopark you'll be amazed by this cutting-edge sports coupe. Take a look inside the YCC.

1940s and 1950s Cadillac LaSalle Concept Cars

The 1940s and 1950s Cadillac LaSalle concept cars gave hope for an eventual LaSalle return. But LaSalle did not survive the 1940s. Learn about the 1940s and 1950s Cadillac LaSalle concept cars.

1940s and 1950s Kaiser-Frazer Concept Cars

Many 1940s and 1950s Kaiser-Frazer concept cars were never built due to infighting. These concept cars may have given a false sense of hope about the future of the Kaiser-Frazer company. Check out 1940s and 1950s Kaiser-Frazer concept cars and see pictures.

1940s Willys 6/66 Concept Car

The 1940s Willys 6/66 concept car was a promising proposal for a postwar compact car. It was conjured up during World War II and was modeled after the Willys-Overland prewar Americar compact. See pictures and a profile of the 1940s Willys 6/66 concept car.

1946 Beechcraft Plainsman Concept Car

The 1946 Beechcraft Plainsman concept car was an airplane maker's ugly folly. The name Plainsman was most likely chosen by Beechcraft to emphasize the links between its aircraft and its odd-looking concept car. See a profile and pictures of the 1946 Beechraft Plainsman concept car.


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