5. Nissan Maxima: The ‘Digital’ Car Phone Pioneer
The 1985 Nissan Maxima, often dubbed the first ‘4-Door Sports Car,’ was a trailblazer in integrating digital technology into everyday vehicles. It featured a digital dashboard and a voice-warning system that provided alerts for various vehicle statuses. Additionally, the Maxima offered keyless entry and an early version of a car phone, positioning it as a technological frontrunner. However, these innovations were often plagued by reliability issues, leading to driver frustration and overshadowing the car’s high-tech ambitions. (caranddriver.com)