Ford Nucleon (1958): Concept car powered by nuclear energy. Imagined reactor in rear, eliminating conventional refueling. Never produced.
Mini's Openometer (2009): Gauge measuring time spent with convertible's roof down. Aimed to encourage open-air driving. Mostly gimmicky.
Nissan's Curry Button (1990s): Unique scent button in Japanese cars. Released a curry smell, but wasn’t popular.
Aston Martin's Gun Cabinet (1994): Optional in Lagonda. For hunting enthusiasts, the trunk featured a tailored gun cabinet.
Chrysler's In-car Record Player (1956): The Highway Hi-Fi, played vinyl records. Scratching and skipping made it short-lived.
Toyota's Ice Maker (1967): Crown model. A cooled glovebox to produce ice cubes while driving. Quite impractical.
Mazda's Perfume Diffuser (1980s): Offered aromatic pleasure while driving. Different scent options available but didn’t catch on.
Subaru's Third Headlight (1980s): The Alcyone’s central headlight, called a
Saab's Night Panel (1990s): Button darkening most dashboard lights, leaving only speedometer. For distraction-free night driving.
Honda’s Talking Car (1980s): Prelude model. Car would verbalize warnings like