Tina Turner Was a Rock Icon Who Loved Cars - Watch Her 1990s Ads

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Tina Turner Was a Rock Icon Who Loved Cars - Watch Her 1990s Ads
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Her songs, her struggles, her beloved Jaguars, and her series of 1990s Plymouth commercials are only small parts of the massive legacy she leaves behind.

made for some compelling marketing for Plymouth. In her trademark purr, she's pictured in the rear seat of an Acclaim saying: "Now this car is built for comfort. I wonder what else we have in common."Turner lived her life out loud and used music to share her personal struggles, making her a relatable rock star unlike any other.

"It may sound silly, but one of my favorite escapes, and a secret pleasure, was driving my Jaguar," she wrote in her autobiography.Drew Dorian is a lifelong car enthusiast who has also held a wide variety of consumer-focused positions throughout his career, ranging from financial counselor to auto salesperson. He has dreamed of becoming aeditor since he was 11 years old—a dream that was realized when he joined the staff in April 2016.

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