1955 Dodge
 The 1955 Dodge lineup consisting of the entry-level Coronet Royal and ornate Custom Royal was a major departure for the company. Driven almost out of business in 1953 and 1954 the Chrysler Corporation was revived with a $250 million loan from Prudential and new models designed by the legendary Virgil Exner. The Dodge lineup was positioned as the mainstream line in Chrysler's hierarchy between Plymouth and DeSoto.