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1957 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible, one of the most iconic autos of the era [1]. The 1950s were pivotal for the American automobile industry.The post-World War II era brought a wide range of new technologies to the automobile consumer, and a host of problems for the independent automobile manufacturers.
This is a list of automobiles produced for the general public in the North American market. They are listed in chronological order from when each model began its model year. They are listed in chronological order from when each model began its model year.
Tailfins gave a Space Age look to cars, and along with extensive use of chrome became commonplace by the end of the decade. 1950s American automobile culture has had an enduring influence on the culture of the United States, as reflected in popular music, major trends from the 1950s and mainstream acceptance of the "hot rod" culture. The American manufacturing economy switched from producing ...
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The top American-made cars have changed a great deal from 1950 to today. Look back in time and see which make and model was trending in your birth year.
Karen Pence, American educator, and teacher, 48th Second Lady of the United States; January 4 – Patty Loveless, American country music singer; January 6. Freddie Glenn, American spree killer and rapist, convicted of murdering the younger sister of actor Kelsey Grammer; Nancy Lopez, American golfer; January 7. Nicholson Baker, American novelist
1957 was a common year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1957th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 957th year of the 2nd millennium, the 57th year of the 20th century, and the 8th year of the 1950s decade.
The now famous 1957 Chevrolet tailfins were designed to duplicate the wide look in the rear. Bel Air models, though maintaining the same chassis, powertrains, and body, were given upscale gold trim: the mesh grille insert and front fender chevrons, as well as the "Chevrolet" script on the hood and trunk, were all rendered in anodized gold.