All Article articles – Page 308
-
ArticleConcept Car of the Week: Nissan Jikoo (2003)
The curvy two-seater Nissan Jikoo was shown at the 2003 Tokyo Motor Show
-
Article
Original 'Panthermobile' and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang replica up for auction
The rare original ‘Pink Panther' car, one of the most iconic vehicles in movie and television history, will be put up for auction for only the second time alongside a replica of the widely-recognizable Chitty Chitty Bang Bang vehicle.
-
Article
Motortrend examines making of Kia’s Track’ster concept
Motortrend has included a comprehensive step-by-step guide exploring the process through which Kia built its Track'ster concept car in its April edition.
-
Article
Michael Mauer appointed head of design at Porsche
Michael Mauer, 41, studied automobile design at Pforzheim University, and started his career at Mercedes-Benz. In 1989, he was appointed design project leader for the Mercedes V Class models, and was in charge of design work for the first SLK model generation. In 1995 he was appointed head of department ...
-
Article
Ford names Freeman Thomas as Strategic Design Director
With the Dodge Super Hemi 8 concept at the 2001 Detroit Auto Show. Click for larger imagesPresenting the Jeep Treo concept at the Tokyo Motor ShowAudi TT Concept (1995) Long-time DaimlerChrysler designer Freeman Thomas is joining Ford Motor Company from June 1. Thomas, 47, will become director of Strategic ...
-
Article
Who's Where: Dimitri Vicedomini joins Brilliance Automotive as Design Director
Dimitri Vicedomini has joined Brilliance Automotive as its Design Director, following his previous position as Chief Designer at Pininfarina.
-
Article
Venice Biennale 2010
The Venice Biennale is one of, if not the, foremost event in the international arts calendar. Consisting of art, architecture, cinema, dance, music and theatre exhibitions, the Biennale is one of the most interesting festivals held every other year. The simple fact that it is located in this amazing Italian ...
-
Article
Design Review: Lamborghini Urus concept
1 Carbon leaderMost were more impressed with the Urus's interior than its exterior. Inside, Lamborghini continues to push its leadership in carbon fiber, picking up some themes from Paris 2010 Sesto Elemento concept.2 Layered fragmentsLayered, fragmented forms cover the IP, airvents, seats, linking interior and exterior. Cream leather and a ...
-
Article
Design Review: Lamborghini Urus concept
1 Lambo center-lineDistinct center-line is a Lamborghini feature. Here it breaks out on the roof, opening into a triangle that dips under the spoiler and dances down the rear. It sets a rhythm to which the CHMSL and numberplate impression play along.2 Panties on showLike the Range Rover Evoque, the ...
-
Article
Design Review: Lamborghini Urus concept
1 Direct translationThe original Porsche Cayenne was criticized for how poorly the 911 aesthetic was translated onto its SUV body. Lamborghini has tried the same here and its fragmented surface language feels uncomfortable in this format. The Cayenne’s sales success suggests the approach works, however.
-
Article
Design Review: Lamborghini Urus concept
First seen Beijing 2012Lead designer Filippo PeriniDimensions L: 4,990mm / H: 1,660mm / W: 1,990mm / Wb: 2,896mmType Coupé/SUV crossover
-
Article
Geneva Motor Show 2011 - Recap
Last week, the Car Design News team headed out to Geneva to cover the motor show, just as we've always done. But there was something different about it this year.
-
Article
Citroën to unveil flagship model in Beijing
Citroën has released two teaser images for a new luxury flagship model to be unveiled at the Beijing motor show next month, as part of its efforts to reposition the brand further upmarket with its DS model range.
-
Article
Car Design of the Year Award winners announced at Car Design Night Geneva 2012
The winners of the 2011 Car Design of the Year awards, as voted for by the Car Design News readership, were unveiled on the evening of the first Geneva motor show press day at the annual Car Design Night at La Sip nightclub in the Swiss capital.
-
Article
Studio Tour: Yanfeng Johnson Controls
We caught up with Johnson Control's Gordon Miller in China during the last few weeks in his role as Design Studio Manager at Shanghai Yanfeng Johnson Controls. As a designer who cut his teeth in the states, how had he adapted to his time in the Chinese arm of JCI?
-
Article
Design Review: Renault-Samsung eMX concept
Surprisingly, the aforementioned styling cues aren't entirely new; similar solutions were first tried out four years ago, when Hyundai's advanced design team created the large Portico CUV people-mover concept. It took the 'full surface volume and sharp crease' approach - with a five-meter-long bubble and non-existent tension, held together by ...
-
Article
Design Review: Renault-Samsung eMX concept
As the old adage goes, culture is habitual embracement without cognition. That's why even nowadays, at a time when there is an abundance of information available and the world is more closely connected than ever, there is segregation in automotive taste and design. The pickup trucks so sought after by ...
-
Article
Design Contest: Peugeot
"We want to know what amateur designers dream about in cars. We expect innovative, even unusual, proposals, but ones that remain consistent with our brand's values, which are good value, dynamism, aesthetics and innovation" says Philippe Houy, Head of the Concept Car Project at the Peugeot Products department.
-
Article
RCA Future Car Challenge 2021
London's Royal Automobile Club (RAC) is hosting an exhibition of artwork created by students enrolled in the RCA's Vehicle Design program.