When it comes to muscle cars, Detroit set the world on fire—refusing to play by the rules and rewriting them in steel, rubber, and raw horsepower. From the late 1960s through the 1970s, the city became synonymous with innovation and fierce competition, as automakers engaged in a relentless battle to outdo each other in speed, style, and audacity. The golden era of American performance vehicles was defined by a rebellious spirit, pushing the boundaries of engineering and design. Detroit’s insatiable drive didn’t just create cars—it ignited cultural legends, proving that when it came to muscle, this city never played fair.
