3. F-85 Jetfire: The First Turbocharged Production Car
In 1962, Oldsmobile once again took the lead in automotive technology with the F-85 Jetfire—the world’s first turbocharged production car. This remarkable innovation arrived before Cadillac or any other GM division, and even ahead of most global competitors. The Jetfire’s compact V8 and turbocharger delivered surprising power and advanced engineering to the masses, proving Oldsmobile’s forward-thinking spirit. Cadillac may have defined luxury, but Oldsmobile was often first to market with bold new ideas. Jetfire details.