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Design round-up: Hyundai Tucson; New Vauxhall emblem; Six Mercedes-Benz concepts at Paris
Car Design News looks at news that may have gone under the radar, including the latest updates from Hyundai, Vauxhall, Mercedes-Benz and people moves
Hyundai Tucson
This new SUV is shaped around Hyundai’s ‘Art of Steel’ design philosophy, which translates to a muscular exterior with an organised interior.
The exterior design consists of strong fenders, restrained door surfaces and crisp bodylines. A new lighting signature combines indirect central illumination with edge lighting to emphasise the vehicle’s width.
Inside, furniture inspired comfort is evident, with soft cushioning applied across the top of the instrument panel, doors and console armrest.
Read our full coverage here.
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New Vauxhall Griffin emblem
Vauxhall’s refreshed logo introduces a more angular design for the Griffin and removes the flag for the first time. This is in alignment with the brand’s ‘Bold and Pure’ design language for its next generation of vehicles.
This new emblem will debut at the Paris Motor Show on the Vauxhall STX concept.
Full release here.
Mercedes-Benz to bring six concepts to the Paris Motor Show
The new GLA and electric VLE people carrier are just two of the six concepts that Mercedes-Benz will be showcasing at the Paris Motor Show.
This line up also features the new GLE, S-Class, two Mercedes-AMG models, the CLA 45 and the GT 4-door coupé.
CDN will be on the ground in Paris, so check back for coverage.
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People news
Jin Won Kim has left Calty Design Research after 25 years as chief designer. No announcement has been made where he will go next.
Maximilian Thomas has joined Reutlingen University as a professor; his previous role was exterior designer at Volvo. Thomas told CDN that he will be looking after the digital tools side of the course – including CAD, visualisation and AI.
Nikhil Patil has joined Tata Motors as senior manager of exterior design.
Shreyas Shevade has joined Maruti Suzuki India as associate manager of CMF design.
Jeonwoo Kang has joined Geely as senior exterior designer.
Vivek Marathe has joined XPENG as senior interior designer. He previously worked at the BMW Group as creative interior designer.
