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The 1989 Oldsmobile Tube Car served as the prototype for the future 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora

A team led by GM Vice President of Design Charles “Chuck” Jordan worked on its design.

The concept broke completely with the angular and conservative styling of 1980s American sedans, featuring a radical, streamlined body reminiscent of a flying saucer.

Its unofficial nickname, the “Tube Car,” was a direct reference to its unusual, seamless silhouette with smooth, rounded shapes.

Your birth month, your concept car!

January — 1970 Ferrari 512 S Modulo Concept
February — 1994 Plymouth Expresso Concept
March — 1955 Lincoln Futura Concept
April — 2026 Bertone Runabout Concept
May — 1994 Ford GT90 Concept
June — 1972 BMW E25 Turbo Concept
July — 1994 Renault Espace F1 Concept
August — 2021 Audi Skysphere Concept
September — 1980 Citroën Karin Concept
October — 1999 Honda Fuya-Jo Concept
November — 2013 Lamborghini Egoista Concept
December — 2000 Audi Rosemeyer Concept

u/storycars — 2 days ago

A concept car from the 1970s, transverse V8 engine behind the rear axle. (italian alternative of DMC-12) Own proposal

u/Drone-cell — 2 days ago
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2016 Elibriea Equvallas

This conceptual hypercar from Qatar was originally intended to be powered by an 800-horsepower V6 engine developed by GM.

As reported, the design was inspired by fighter jets.

u/wigovsky — 3 days ago
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Not bad at all! Acura Nexera Vision Concept

Acura celebrated the brand’s 40th anniversary with the Nexera Vision concept—a striking two-seater sports car.

There are no plans for mass production: the car showcases Acura’s new design direction, which will appear on future models, including the next RDX Hybrid.

The concept features a long hood, a low front end, hidden “phantom” LED headlights, butterfly doors, an active spoiler, and a carbon-fiber aerodynamic body kit. It is equipped with 22-inch wheels and Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes.

The interior is designed in a minimalist style: instead of multiple screens, it features a curved digital instrument panel behind the steering wheel.

The bucket seats are fixed in place, while the driver can adjust the position of the steering column and pedals. Eco-friendly materials are used in the trim.

Acura has not disclosed the technical details, but the layout suggests a fully electric powertrain.

The Nexera Vision will make its public debut at The Quail on August 14 and at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance on August 16.

u/wigovsky — 7 days ago
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2027 Cadillac V-ONE Concept | DailyRevs

V-ONE is Cadillac's first single-seat, one-of-one concept, sharing suspension, transmission and select electronics with the V-Series.R race car.

Its hybrid V-8 powertrain produces 830 combined horsepower, developed with chassis constructor Dallara alongside Cadillac Design and Cadillac Racing.

The concept debuted at The Quail in Carmel, California on August 14, 2026, and remains a design study rather than a confirmed production vehicle.

#cadillac #Vone #conceptcar #DailyRevs

u/Daily-Revs — 6 days ago
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1959 Corvette Stingray Racer

The Corvette Stingray Racer is a sports racing car and concept car that debuted in 1959. The car was developed in the styling studios at General Motors (GM) at the behest of Bill Mitchell, GM Vice President of styling. The design was based on a sketch by designer Pete Brock, and was further developed by Larry Shinoda. The car strongly influenced the styling of the second generation (C2) Corvette Sting Ray.

u/karstwindow — 8 days ago
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Ford Probe V - when Ford went all in on aerodynamics

The Ford Probe V was the final evolution of Ford and Ghia’s experimental Probe series, revealed in 1985.

Built as an extreme study in aerodynamics, it featured a mid-engine layout, fully covered wheels, flush surfaces and flexible membranes around the front wheels. The result was an astonishing drag coefficient of just 0.137 Cd, around 10% lower than the already radical Probe IV.

Pretty crazy to think this vehicle was designed back in 1985.

Article from https://www.classicandsportscar.com/features/back-future-fords-probe-concepts

u/emiliocole_designer — 10 days ago
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2026 Acura NEXERA Vision Concept | DailyRevs

The Acura NEXERA Vision previews a new exterior and interior design direction that will influence future Acura models, starting with the next generation RDX Hybrid.

Its low, wide coupe proportions are joined by dual hinge butterfly doors, active aerodynamics, 22 inch centerlock wheels and carbon ceramic Brembo brakes.

Inside, fixed floor mounted seats lower the driving position, while the pedals and steering wheel adjust to suit the driver.

#acura #nexera #conceptcar #DailyRevs #montereycarweek

u/Daily-Revs — 7 days ago
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1992 Oldsmobile Aerotech

The 1992 Oldsmobile Aerotech was an experimental land-speed and endurance prototype. Powered by a 4.0-liter Olds Aurora V8 engine, this "long-tail" carbon-fiber vehicle set 47 world speed and endurance records in December 1992 at a test track in Fort Stockton, Texas, including maintaining average speeds over 170 mph for 10,000 kilometers.

u/karstwindow — 11 days ago