Batman's Rebirth Batmobile Should Be The Mainstream Version
While Batman has driven many different Batmobiles through his comic book history, the Rebirth model is the quintessential version. Combining key components of a few iconic Batmobiles, it feels like the most authentic iteration of the Dark Knight’s ride.
When the Batmobile was first introduced alongside the Caped Crusader in Detective Comics #27 (1939), it was a simple red automobile based on the Cord 812. Since then, it has changed throughout each era to reflect Batman’s evolving persona. The third version of the Batmobile featured a bat crest at the front of the hood, which stayed around for a considerable time in comics. However, modern depictions have often omitted it, turning the vehicle into more of a tank than a car. This iteration also featured bat wings on the back of the Batmobile, which became a staple of Batman’s mode of transportation. When DC Comics launched Rebirth, Batman’s costume and the Batmobile were redesigned with looks that caught on among fans.
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The Rebirth edition of the Batmobile is the perfect take, as it embodies Batman’s automotive history. Blending the styles of the earliest designs with the version from Batman: The Animated Series, the Batmobile even managed to appear like a tank, as a weapon in its own right. Initially depicted by artist David Finch and colorist Matt Banning in writer Tom King’sBatman #1 (2016), the new take gained popularity with readers. The issue included a car chase in which Batman was forced to get across Gotham City within a minute to prevent a massive crash involving a jet. The Batmobile’s functionality was put to the test and revealed what it was capable of.
Since then, the Batmobile has been
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