If you grew up in the ’90s, chances are you were called something ridiculous, endearing, or downright embarrassing at least once. Many of these nicknames defined friendships and trends but have since vanished without a trace.
The 1980s were a golden age for auto racing style and spectacle, where high speeds were matched by high drama. Many fads that once lit up the tracks are now long gone, replaced by more refined technology and stricter rules.
These magazines once lined gym bags, coffee tables, and doctor’s offices. Now, they’re relics of a different fitness age.
In the 1980s, automakers pushed the boundaries of dashboard design, blending analog mechanics with early digital innovation. Many of the features that once defined the era have been replaced, redesigned, or forgotten entirely.
Back in the 1980s, drivers had a completely different relationship with their cars and the gadgets inside them. Many auto accessories that were once common are now practically museum pieces, having been replaced by more advanced technology or simply faded from relevance.
Decades ago, car radios were central to the driving experience and full of personality. Now, most of their unique features have disappeared in favor of seamless tech and touchscreen simplicity.