Would anyone remember the Delorean if it wasn't for Back To The Future? Probably not. Instead, it has become the most famous four wheeled time machine in film history. This failed 130bhp 'supercar' did 0-60mph in 10 seconds and took so long to reach 88mph that it had Doc Brown shouting "Great Scott!" But that's besides the point isn't it?

The car that invented the hot hatch set a pretty high bar for all that came after it. Gunhild Liljequist was tasked with creating a set of features that would set the GTI's interior apart from the standard Golf. Her contributions became legendary in car interior design and the bright tartan plaid upholstery is the inspiration behind these awesome socks.

Throughout the 1960s and '70s, one F1 team stood above all others. Lotus built cars that led drivers to legend and changed motorsport forever. The 49 was one of those revolutionary machines.

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A lightweight, track-engineered, affordable car that can be built from a kit... Initially developed and sold by Lotus, the Caterham Seven has been around for years, but its unparalleled combination of driving joy, raw passion, and nostalgia still make this cult car the track day choice of today.

The Lotus 97T was a Formula One racing car designed for the 1985 F1 season. Inspiration for the design came from the John Player Special sponsorship, in traditional black and gold stripes.

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Debuted in 1980, the Audi Quattro is known as a Group B rally icon, having enjoyed great success in the WRC primarily thanks to its innovative 4-wheel drive system that took the championship by storm.

The 80s were a simpler time. Then, what was rapidly spreading around the globe was arcade mania. One of the most memorable heroes of the arcade was OutRun, a racing video game that defined the genre for decades, and still makes 80s kids nostalgic at the sight of beautifully pixelated palm trees and a Testarossa's rear end.

Inspired by the RAF's Supermarine Spitfire.

The first BMW M3. The E30 was arguably the best looking '80s coupé with the coolest stance and an unforgettable DTM paint job... cue these epic tribute socks.

For a hero, the only fear is fear itself – but that didn’t stop the legendary Evel Knievel, who over the course of his career attempted more than 75 incredible ramp-to-ramp motorcycle jumps to become an icon of bravery and charisma. Evel Knievel represented a unique mix of showmanship and spirit that continues to inspire people to this today.

Between 1968 and 1982, Aubrey Powell and Storm Thorgerson designed almost 200 rock album covers under the name “Hipgnosis”. Only one of those would be recognised by as many as “The best album of all time”. It was launched in 1973 as Pink Floyd's 8th studio work, one of the most influential names of the Progressive Rock movement. Over a dark background, a beam of light is dispersed by a triangular prism that represents the band. Just as with light, the sound is apparently simple, yet wonderfully complex.

The MP4/6 was the crown jewel of the 1991 F1 season when Ayrton Senna won his third and last title. Sporting the now infamous barcode tobacco sponsorship, it also brought to a close an era of McLaren and Honda's dominance of the sport.

The Lancaster had a very tough and durable airframe. It gained a reputation for consistently being able to fly the return journey on only two engines, and even on a single engine for short distances. The standard crew consisted of seven men. The pilot, the flight engineer (there were no controls on the other cockpit seat, so there was no co-pilot), the bomb aimer (who doubled as an operator for the nose turret gun as needed), the navigator, the wireless operator for comms, the 360° mid-upper gun turret operator, and finally the rear gunner. The initial underside turret was quickly dropped, considered pointless for being too slow and hard to operate in order to keep a target within its sights.

The Hawker Typhoon - a powerful, potent ground attack aircraft that redressed the balance in mainland Europe during World War Two. This particular unit - RB396 - had a short but illustrious career. Built in November 1944 and delivered to 83GSU at RAF Westhampnett by ATA pilot Anna Leska, she then joined 174 Squadron on the continent. The aircraft was flown by many pilots, but mainly by Frank Johnson. She was flown by Sidney Russel-Smith on 28th March 1945 picking up flak damage - one of eighteen occasions on which this happened in her four month life. Finally, at the hands of Chris House, she was damaged again, this time resulting in a forced landing near Denekamp on the 1st April 1945.

Paddock legend is often made not by the most victorious cars, but by the most unforgettable. Driven by Senna and painted in bright yellow, the Lotus 99T certainly cuts the mustard.

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The Citroen 2 Chevaux, or 2CV, is a French automobile well known for its unique aesthetic, rural durability, and affordability. Introduced at the Paris Motor Show in 1948, this reliable car quickly became a symbol of practicality and innovation.

Even if you’ve been hiding under a rock for the past decades, chances are you’d still recognise one of music’s most iconic images of all time. The lightning record (aka Aladdin Sane) is 50 years young this year (2023), and though it’s far from Bowie’s other moments of genius, its artwork will live on as a masterpiece of pop culture.

When jazz first emerged it quickly became one of the most influential musical genres of its time. So swing to the rhythm of life, pull out those jazz hands and strut your stuff in these jazzy socks.

With the Type 72, Lotus established the single-seater layout that's still in use over 50 years later, effectively ending the 'cigar-shaped' F1 era. With 3 Constructors' and 2 Drivers' Championships, the 72 holds the record for the longest time between first and last victories for any F1 chassis.

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Steven Rhodes’s works are born from his dual love of retro nostalgia and pitch-black humour.

Steven Rhodes’s works are born from his dual love of retro nostalgia and pitch-black humour.

The 'icon of icons'. If you had to name only one American World War II icon, you'd be hard-pressed to find a more suitable candidate than the olive-paintj Willys Jeep. Widely recognised for its tactical and operational duties on the battlefield it was a key factor of the war effort. By the end of WWII, more than 360,000 were made and it had picked up the nickname 'Jeep' that quickly became the overall brand name.

Carrol Shelby joined American V8 power with European styling and chassis to create one of the most iconic sports cars ever. The Cobra was a fast, light rocket on wheels. With the introduction of the insanely powerful 427, Shelby not only built America's fastest production car - he immortalised the legend of the mighty Cobra.

Steven Rhodes’s works are born from his dual love of retro nostalgia and pitch-black humour.

There's just something magical about a proper heel and toe downshift, but sadly, it's starting to become as rare as a unicorn sighting. So Heel Tread decided to create their tribute to the most special manual transmissions ever produced.

Here is the list: F50, Bronco, GT3, GTI, Type R, Deuce, Trust, Countach, R8, 2000 GT, Dogleg, Drift King, Jeep, Yaris GR, Ford 350, 2 CV, Subaru, 911, 959, VW Bus.

Channel the power of propaganda art with a design inspired by iconic posters such as the 1943 “We Can Do It!”. Originally used to discourage labour unrest and inspire female workers to join the war effort, the poster has since been repurposed to unite women in the fight for equality. These socks make a fashion statement whilst also making a statement about what you stand for. Spread positivity with each step of your everyday life with these unique socks!

A sort of ugly duckling of the USAF, the Curtiss P-40 'Warhawk' was ubiquitous in the first half of World War II, becoming famous for its sturdiness and extraordinary ability to withstand punishment.

Much like Carroll Shelby pushed the boundaries of performance and style, the Heel Tread sock collection aims to do the same.

"Nazi Punks Fuck Off" is the fifth single by Dead Kennedys. It was released in 1981 on Alternative Tentacles with "Moral Majority" as the B-side. Both are from the In God We Trust, Inc. EP, although the EP version is a different recording from the single version. The single included a free armband with a crossed-out swastika. The design was later adopted as a symbol for the anti-racist punk movement Anti-Racist Action.