Cars of the Fascinating 40s celebrates the remarkable automobiles of a turbulent time. America's automakers did their part to hasten victory abroad. And when World War II ended, there was money to spend and boundless optimism, among the American automakers and the American people alike. Automobile innovations abounded, fueled by technology that was developed during the war. The modern V-8 engine arrived, and new conveniences like air conditioning and the automatic transmission became more prevalent. The pages of Cars of the Fascinating 40s are packed with brilliant chrome grills, swooping fenders, and handsome paint jobs.