The Vatican shows the papamobile from the last 96 years. Among them are cars of John Paul II

The Vatican Museums showcased a collection of cars used by popes over nearly a century, highlighting the evolution from luxury limousines to specially designed papamobiles. The exhibition features eight Mercedes-Benz models, starting with a 1930 vehicle for Pope Pius XI, emphasizing safety and visibility for the pope during public engagements. Significant changes were made over the years, including the introduction of removable windows for Pope John XXIII and a transparent cover for Pope John Paul II's vehicle. The exhibition opened alongside a meeting between Pope Leo XIV and Mercedes-Benz executives, discussing the impact of these vehicles on papal outreach and the upcoming electric papamobile for Pope Francis, reflecting environmental concerns.