Flipboard 2025 Awesome Cars

Gone in 60 Seconds (2000) gave us one of the most iconic car heist films of all time, packed with adrenaline-pumping action and an unforgettable lineup of 50 exotic and classic rides.

Cars have always been more than just machines—they’re symbols of culture, design, and passion. Some classics don’t just drive; they captivate. Sculpted curves, bold chrome and timeless silhouettes–these beauties represent the very best of automotive artistry.

Some cars are fast, some are iconic—but the Toyota Supra Mk4 is both. Born in the 1990s, it evolved from an underrated sports car into a worldwide phenomenon.

In 1969, Chevrolet released a street-legal car that pushed performance limits far beyond those of typical midsize vehicles. It combined extreme horsepower with minimal safety features, making it one of the most dangerous cars on public roads.

Before Cadillac became shorthand for American prestige, there was another name whispered in velvet showrooms and spoken with quiet authority at country clubs. Packard didn’t just compete with Cadillac—it often beat it. For decades, it defined what American luxury looked like, felt like, and sounded like. And then, almost unbelievably, it vanished.

At the turn of the millennium, Toyota had a problem. Young buyers weren’t exactly lining up for beige Camrys and sensible Corollas—they wanted personality, customization, and something that didn’t scream PTA meeting. So in 2003, Toyota launched Scion, a brand built specifically to lure millennials into showrooms. It had funky styling, no-haggle pricing, and marketing that felt more music festival than motor show. But somehow, it still didn’t last.

Some cars get forgotten. Chevrolet's greatest muscle cars did not. The names alone still carry serious weight in collector circles, and the prices these machines command today prove that great engineering never goes out of style.

Discover the wild story of the Ford Nucleon, the 1950s concept car designed to run on nuclear power. Learn why Ford imagined a reactor-powered family sedan—and why it never made it past the model stage.

Discover the surprising story of why Volkswagen once built a factory inside a prison. From its origins in Nazi Germany to postwar reinvention, here’s the fascinating—and controversial—history behind VW’s earliest production site.

A nostalgic look at the muscle cars that defined Gen X, from Fox Body Mustangs to turbocharged Buick GNXs and HEMI-powered legends.

Some cars are flings. Others are forever. If you’re tired of vehicles that age like milk, you’re in the right place. The models below have a reputation for sticking around—racking up 250,000 miles or more without turning into driveway décor. These aren’t just commuters. They’re the kind of machines that survive family road trips, teenage drivers, questionable maintenance schedules, and still ask for more. Buy one, treat it reasonably well, and don’t be surprised if your grandkids learn to drive in it.

Discover the cars that defined suburban American life in the 1990s, from the Ford Taurus and Honda Accord to the Dodge Caravan and Ford Explorer. A nostalgic look at the sedans, minivans, and SUVs that filled driveways across America.