The Cars' Debut Track-by-TrackThe Cars' Debut Track-by-TrackIt boasted new-wave cool and album-rock oomph – and that's not all. Gary GraffGary Graff
45 Years Ago: The Cars Rev Into High Gear on ‘Just What I Needed’45 Years Ago: The Cars Rev Into High Gear on ‘Just What I Needed’Debut single became one of the band's defining hits. Gary GraffGary Graff
Ric Ocasek’s Emotional Final MessageRic Ocasek’s Emotional Final MessageCars singer completed sketch that was found by his family after his death.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
The Cars Frontman Ric Ocasek DiesThe Cars Frontman Ric Ocasek DiesThe singer was found dead today in his New York City apartment. Ultimate Classic Rock StaffUltimate Classic Rock Staff
Watch the Cars’ Last-Ever Appearance With Ric OcasekWatch the Cars’ Last-Ever Appearance With Ric OcasekThe Cars' reunion at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018 would prove to be historic. Ultimate Classic Rock StaffUltimate Classic Rock Staff
How the Cars Balanced Rock and New Wave on ‘Shake It Up’How the Cars Balanced Rock and New Wave on ‘Shake It Up’They bounced back after the critical and commercial failure of 1980's 'Panorama.'Bryan WawzenekBryan Wawzenek
Why the Cars Roughed Things Up on Their Second LP, ‘Candy-O’Why the Cars Roughed Things Up on Their Second LP, ‘Candy-O’Their self-titled 1978 debut had persistently lingered in the Top 40 while the band impatiently waited to release a follow-up.Jeff GilesJeff Giles