We lost some pretty cool car models when GM closed Pontiac back in 2009. The Holden Commodore-based G8 sedan was possibly the coolest, what with its rear-drive platform and available V8 power. While we did get a follow-up with the Chevrolet SS, which continued with the Commodore base, at least until Holden was shut down, too, it seems Pontiac had bigger ideas for the big sedan. GM Design once again has shone a light on a never-before-seen concept car from the automaker's archives. It's a Pontiac G8 concept from nearly the final days of the brand.

GM Design shows the Pontiac G8 that never was

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The Pontiac brand was established in 1926 by General Motors and was so successful in its early years that GM abandoned its similar Oakland division in 1933. Pontiac had begun to flounder by mid-century, though, so John DeLorean was hired to manage the division in 1956. Pontiac flourished under his leadership, cementing its place in muscle car history with the 1964 GTO and following that up with the beastly yet gorgeous 1967 Firebird.

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DC Comics seminal story Crisis on Infinite Earths taught us that for every choice made there is an Earth from another dimension in which the opposite choice was made. That means that there is a world in which this amazing Cadillac coupe concept made it to production and is being driven by folks with big smiles on their faces. Unfortunately, we live on the Earth in which General Motors design team created this handsome, sporty coupe explicitly knowing that it will never be produced. Why torture us?

This Gorgeous Cadillac Coupe Was Never Meant to be Seen

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The tale of Pontiac is a tragic one. The sporty and performance-oriented brand was killed off as a result of GM's financial woes, along with Hummer and Saturn. But what would have come of the company if it had survived? GM Design has showcased Pontiac's last-ever concept car, the G8, via its Instagram account. Handsome, striking, and sophisticated, this could have been the successor to the Pontiac G8, a rebadged Holden Commodore that was sold between 2008 and 2009.

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In the world of classic muscle cars, the 1969 Pontiac GTO Ram Air IV and the 1970 Plymouth HEMI Cuda stand out as two of the most iconic machines ever to roll out of Detroit. These legendary cars are often pitted against each other in debates about the golden age of American muscle, and now, a drag race has set out to determine which is truly the fastest.

1970 Plymouth HEMI Cuda vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO Ram Air IV

A muscle car icon, the 1969 Pontiac GTO Judge earned its legendary status despite not being a top seller. The Judge package turned the GTO into a collector’s dream with its one-of-a-kind features. Originally intended as an affordable upgrade, the Judge became synonymous with power thanks to its engine, distinct design elements, and a rear spoiler that Pontiac claimed improved performance.

1969 Pontiac GTO Judge: Restored Muscle Car Icon Fails to Meet Reserve at Auction

America’s Iconic Muscle Car. The Pontiac GTO, a symbol of power and performance in the 1960s, epitomized the rebellious spirit of its era. This muscle car revolutionized the automotive industry, leaving an indelible mark on American culture. In 1964, the American automotive landscape was transformed as the nation embraced...

The Rebellious Legacy of the Pontiac GTO

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One of the more bizarre-looking vehicles to emerge from the custom car world of the Seventies, the Cadillac Seville Milan started life as a standard Cadillac Seville before Milan Coach Builders of California removed 18 inches of wheelbase and made other modifications to create. Now, one of the approximately 500...

Rare 1978 Cadillac Seville Milan Convertible Up For Sale In Charlotte: Video

The second-generation Pontiac Firebird, with appearances as Jim Rockford's trusty steed in "The Rockford Files" and an iconic movie role in both "Smokey and the Bandit" and its sequel, became one of the most popular of all the Firebird generations and lasted from 1970 to 1981. It's interesting, however, that Rockford drove a lower-trimmed Firebird, while a Trans Am roared across the silver screen with Burt Reynolds at the wheel as the Bandit.

All About The Engines That Powered The 1979 Pontiac Firebird

The Pontiac Fiero's entire lifespan was definitely unique among automobiles. Here are some interesting facts that only hardcore fans would know.

3 Facts Only Hardcore Fans Probably Know About The Pontiac Fiero

Horsepower fanatics come in all shapes and sizes, and their automotive preferences tend to run an even wider gamut. We’re not just talking Chevy vs. Mopar vs. Ford. Think bigger. We’re talking about American iron, European sports cars, and buzz-bomb imports. No matter how you like to burn your gasoline, it seems just about everybody loves the look—and sound—of individual runner throttle bodies on an engine.

All-Aluminum Ford Windsor Engine Makes Big Power on the Dyno!

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The 24 Hours of Le Mans is underway, and with that, Cadillac has released two special editions to honor the occasion. The CT5-V Blackwing Le Monstre and CT4-V Blackwing Petit Petaud pay tribute to Cadillac's racing heritage and the race itself with custom design touches, new colors, and limited badging.

These Cadillac Blackwing Le Mans Special Editions Look Nifty

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

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The Ford 385 V8 engine family powered almost everything the Dearborn company made for decades. Here are some of the most notable cars to feature a Lima model.

Every Ford Model Powered By The 385 Series V8 Engine

The 2000s were a nice era for automotive enthusiasts, a decade where the wild progression of the 1990s met bold design and refinement to create some of the fastest sports cars ever seen. This was a time when manufacturers pushed the limits of speed, power, and performance, giving rise to a new breed of vehicles that redefined what was possible on four wheels.

10 Crazy Fast Sports Cars From The 2000s

Besides a new Cherokee and Renegade, Jeep is working on a redesigned Compass. The models will be joined by facelifted versions of the Grand Cherokee and Wagoneer / Grand Wagoneer. Jeep is also embracing electrification and will offer a total of six EVs by the end of 2027. Jeep recently...

Jeep Confirms New Compass, Updated Grand Cherokee And Wagoneer

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

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The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI returns with a six-speed manual transmission option as the Golf GTI drops the stick.
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This Volkswagen Sedan Refuses To Give Up Its Manual Transmission for 2025

Netherlands-based Heritage Customs has revealed a custom pick-up conversion for the current Land Rover Defender 130. Land Rover has said in the past that it could build a factory ute, but has failed to make one. Heritage Customs’ other models include a Defender 90-based convertible. Land Rover will expand...

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Never-Before-Seen Pontiac G8 Concept Hints at Alternate Universe Awesomeness

There are readers today that were born well after Pontiac’s collapse and probably wonder what all the fuss is about, considering we have Chevrolet and Cadillac....

Never-Before-Seen Pontiac G8 Concept Hints at Alternate Universe Awesomeness

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