Headlights are usually treated as simple, practical parts of a car. They help you see. They help other drivers see you. That is supposed to be the whole job. But throughout automotive history, designers have used headlights for much more than visibility. Some were hidden inside fenders. Some turned with the steering wheel. Some popped up, rotated sideways, sat under glass, opened like eyelids, or looked more like sci-fi movie props than actual car parts. This list looks at 15

The General Motors Le Sabre was a groundbreaking 1951 concept car that introduced many futuristic design elements that would influence...

The 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray “Sue Earl Special” was a unique, one-off creation made to special order for Harley Earl's wife, Sue...

Designed by Harley Earl, the 1938 Buick Y-Job holds the distinction of being the world’s first concept car.

The tailfin concept grew more popular in the early 1950s as American cars began to adopt space-age aesthetics.

The 1953 Chevrolet Corvette is an iconic example of automotive design influenced by European sports cars and marks a pivotal moment in...

The 1955 Oldsmobile 88 Delta Concept, an often overlooked gem from the 50s era of General Motors dream cars, has always held a special...

The 1955 Cadillac La Salle II Roadster is a remarkable classic that defied the odds and survived to become a coveted piece of automotive...

The 1955 Cadillac La Salle II Hardtop Sedan stood as a shining example of futuristic design and engineering prowess. Created as a...

In the golden age of automotive design, the 1955 Buick Wildcat III stood as a testament to the boundless creativity and innovative spirit...

Harley Earl was a big man, well over six-foot-six. He was not only physically imposing but a towering figure in American automobile...

At the 1954 General Motors Motorama in New York City, GM introduced their Chevrolet Nomad show car. It was a sporty wagon with two doors,...