Automotive Design
Mercedes-Benz SL interior: design and inspiration
Mercedes-Benz USA has released an official video where Manager of Color & Trim Nicola Ehrenberg-Uhlig shares comments on the design teams's inspirations amd the details of the new SL interior.
David Hilton is new Bentley Head of Exterior Design
David Hilton has been appointed Head of Exterior Design for Bentley Motors Ltd. and will report to the company's Director of Design and Styling Dirk van Braeckel.
Lotus Le Mans LMP2 livery by Daniel Simon
Concept designer Daniel Simon has created a distinctive livery for the Lotus Le Mans LMP2 racing car, which will compete in the new FIA World Endurance Championship. This week Lotus has announced that it will support the German Kodewa team’s...
Interview with Ford Fusion exterior designer Dillon Blanski
An exclusive interview with Dillon Blanski, exterior designer of the new Ford Fusion, who speaks about the development process of the new global model.
Local Motors’ The Forge: Solid Edge Design1 and a new challenge
On its renewed web-based platform called "The Forge", Local Motors has made available a special version of Solid Edge CAD software and launched a new rim design open challenge.
Interview with Joel Piaskowski
2 minutes with Joel Piaskowski Director of Exterior Design for the Americas at Ford, who speaks about his experience at Ford and how the company is developing a global identity.
Hot Rod Designer Chip Foose sketches the VW Golf MkII
For the US launch of the 2012 Golf R, Volkswagen has published a video where hot rod designer Chip Foose creates a sketch of a 1985 Golf GTI
Chris Bangle announces “Illustrate the Future” contest
Chris Bangle has announced a design contest that asks to create some concept cars to illustrate his upcoming fiction book about Car Design. The deadline is March 30, 2012.
Former GM design chief creates retrofuturistic concepts
Former General Motors Brasil design chief Nelson Barros has created a set of sketches that reinterprets some classic models of the past: the 1959 Corvette, the Studebaker Commander and the Jaguar XK120.
LTU students create a Lincoln Continental Concept for 2025
At the 2012 Detroit Motor Show Lawrence Tech University is presenting a design study of an electric Lincoln Continental for the year 2025, created by Colin Bonathan and Jeeho Cha.
Italian Concepts at the Qatar Motor Show
The Qatar Motor Show, which will run from January 25 to 28, will see the participation of a five Italian design names: Bertone, Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera, I.DE.A. Institute, Pininfarina and UP Design.
Interview with Wulin Gaowa
General Motors has published an interview with Wulin Gaowa, who was recently appointed Design Director of the company's new Advanced Studio in Shanghai, China.
BMW: new design videos
BMW has recently released two new videos for its 3 Series sedan and 6 Series Gran Coupe as well as new website section fully dedicated to design.
Christopher Chapman appointed Hyundai America Chief Designer
Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) has announced that Christopher Chapman has been named chief designer of the Hyundai Design Center in Irvine, Calif.
Ford Evos Concept Sleigh
For this year's Season's Greetings, Ford has released a humorous press release about a new eco-friendly sleigh concept to downsize Santa’s carbon footprint.
Saab files for bankruptcy
After the recent struggles to stay in business, Saab has finally filed for bankruptcy. It could be the end for the Swedish iconic automotive brand, founded in 1937.
Wolfgang Egger takes charge of Audi Brand Design
Audi has announced that Wolfgang Egger, currently Head of Audi Group Design, will also be taking charge of Audi Brand Design on an operational level from February 1, 2012.
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