The most iconic car designs can mean several different things. It might be a car that is instantly recognisable, one that everybody and their grandmother around the world can identify and name.

Recently, r/cars reminisced on vehicle designs that have left the chat, for the most part, and I've pulled a few highlights. Note: Some of these still exist in small doses but are far from the norm.

"Part of good design is not only about beauty, but also how easy and intuitive the product is to use. To come out with a completely different 'car' could also mean reeducating consumers ...

breathable car cover for outdoor storage shields against snow, rain, and wind while reflecting 90% of sunlight to protect the paintwork and interiors from fading. The loose-fitting design allows ...

It is very hard to think of an automotive design in recent memory so testosterone-fueled, so overtly male as Tesla’s Cybertruck. British car designer Adrian Clarke has described the EV’s ...

Despite their best efforts, not every car design is one that’s well-received. Maybe it’s underpowered or doesn’t handle well, or maybe it’s just how the car looks. We’ve all seen ugly ...

Even a great design and positive feedback is no guarantee that a vehicle will ever see production. Countless concept cars have made their debuts at auto shows worldwide only to never be seen again.