The Golf GTI’s plaid upholstery was created by Volkswagen designer Gunhild Liljequist, who drew inspiration from checked fabrics she admired in Britain. She also suggested the golf-ball gear kno
The Autech Zagato Stelvio was a limited-production luxury coupé introduced in 1989, combining Nissan-based engineering with Zagato bodywork. Its unusual front wings incorporated the exterior mi
Volkswagen is learning the hard way that its badge alone doesn’t guarantee success in China anymore. Local carmakers are winning buyers over with clever tech and electric cars built around what
On Škodas equipped with a door umbrella compartment, the holder is designed to accommodate a wet umbrella and let water drain outside the car. Availability and location vary by model, so check
The Peugeot 1007 had two electrically operated sliding side doors, designed to make getting in and out easier in tight spaces. Launched in 2005, it brought the practicality of a van-style entrance to
If a car’s head restraint pushes your head forward, check the seat setup and the adjustment instructions for that model. Some restraints tilt as well as move vertically, and their reset mechanis
Lamborghini knows how to build crazy supercars, but the Reventon Roadster takes things to another level. It looks like a fighter jet on wheels, packs a V12, and is rarer than most Lamborghinis out the
Fancy a rare Corvette? Here’s the catch: you’ll have to look to Japan, and even then, your odds aren’t great. Chevrolet is building just 15 examples of this special-edition drop-top.
Ferrari and rally racing might not seem like an obvious match today, but the Italian brand has some history in the dirt. The 308 GTB proved that back in 1982, finishing second at the Tour de Corse and
The Toyota WiLL Vi was a compact car launched in Japan in January 2000 as part of WiLL, a shared brand created by companies from several industries. Its carriage-inspired body was unusual enough. The