Though it's one of the most iconic on-screen vehicles of all time, various versions of the Batmobile predate the on-screen appearance by many years, with its debut feature in the Batman comic book series as far back as the 1930s.
In 1966, the Batmobile served a critical role as Batman’s go-to vehicle for saving the citizens of Gotham City in the first season of "Batman" TV show. The Batmobile was modeled after a Lincoln Futura concept car with a front steel "slasher" blade, 15 inch single-ribbed Rader Wheels, and a U-shaped steering wheel designed to resemble the yoke of an airplane.
Since its debut, the Batmobile has made appearances in all sorts of films, both animated and live action, most recently seen in the 2016 "Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice" movie.