* Rear-mounted, air-cooled, flat-six engine: This was unusual for the time, offering better weight distribution and potentially improved handling. The air cooling eliminated the need for a radiator, freeing up space and simplifying the design.
* Cycle-Fend (or "Tucker Torpedo") Headlights: These distinctive headlights swivelled with the steering wheel, providing improved visibility around corners. This was a unique and highly publicized feature.
* Disc Brakes on all four wheels: Again, this was ahead of its time, offering superior braking performance compared to the drum brakes common at the time.
* Independent front suspension: This provided a smoother ride compared to conventional suspension systems.
* "Safety" features: The car included numerous safety features considered advanced for its time, including a padded dashboard, seatbelts, and a strategically placed gas tank to minimize the risk of fire in a collision.
* Push-button transmission: The car utilized a three-speed pre-selector automatic transmission with push-button controls on the dashboard, a novelty at the time.
* Unique body design: Its distinctive teardrop shape and other stylistic choices set it apart from contemporary cars.
It's important to note that while many of these features were innovative, several were either problematic or hampered by the rushed production and financial constraints of the Tucker Corporation. The car's production run was extremely short, resulting in only 51 cars being built.
