These 14 Vehicles Were Designed by Rebels Inside Corporate Giants

1. Ford GT40

The Ford GT40 is the quintessential example of what happens when a rebellious spirit takes the wheel inside a corporate giant.
Ford’s racing team, frustrated by Ferrari’s dominance at Le Mans, set out on an unconventional mission to topple the Italian powerhouse.
Ignoring doubters and bureaucratic hurdles, the GT40 project was a risk that paid off spectacularly—securing four consecutive Le Mans victories from 1966 to 1969.
The GT40’s audacious development is detailed in this Car and Driver feature.