Car Design News launches podcast

Car Design News has launched a new flagship podcast series, This Month in Car Design, created to deliver sharp analysis of the people, projects and ideas shaping the automotive design world. The show is now available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Hosted by the CDN editorial team, the programme will be released monthly and aims to cut through the noise of a fast-moving global industry. Each episode brings together expert commentary on the most significant vehicle reveals, production launches and concept cars, alongside insight into the technologies and processes transforming how vehicles are designed and developed.

There is so much happening across global studios that it can be hard to see the bigger picture. Our goal is to bring clarity, context and a bit of personality to the conversation – CDN editor-in-chief, James McLachlan

Rather than simply recapping headlines, the podcast is structured as a concise briefing for professional designers and design leaders. Regular segments will track studio leadership changes, key hires and emerging talent, examining what those moves signal about brand strategy and creative direction. The show will also highlight major industry events, from international auto shows to design weeks and specialist conferences, helping listeners stay ahead of the themes shaping future products.

Episodes will explore topics such as design for production, digital design tools, sustainable materials, CMF innovation and user-experience development. Insights from Car Design News’ own events, including the Car Design Dialogues series, will feed directly into discussions, offering perspectives from OEM studios, suppliers and independent designers around the world.

The format is deliberately informal and conversational, reflecting the collaborative nature of the design community. By combining reporting, analysis and first-hand interviews, the podcast is intended to become a practical monthly companion for anyone involved in creating vehicles, from initial sketch to finished product.

“This Month in Car Design is about connecting the dots,” said the Car Design News editor-in-chief James McLachlan. “There is so much happening across global studios that it can be hard to see the bigger picture. Our goal is to bring clarity, context and a bit of personality to the conversation.”

Listeners can watch or stream the podcast on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts, with new episodes scheduled throughout the year.