All articles by Mark Smyth
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Article“Our inspiration is in people and the character they have”
Cupra used the reveal of its new Leon and Formentor models in Madrid to underline its commitment to a new design language distinct from the ‘performance Seat’ look. The brand also unveiled bespoke design studio Cupra Design.
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ArticleMazda's inspiring design story with the new CX-80
Mazda has revealed its new CX-80 flagship with luxury and design in every detail. Car Design News visited Mazda’s European design centre to take a look
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ArticleIneos Fusilier promises character and capability
Aerodynamics and approachability were key areas for the design team when creating the new Ineos Automotive Fusilier
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ArticleC3 angles Citroën towards new design future
Citroën is introducing a new design language with its latest generation C3. Mark Smyth takes a look at the new model with the designers behind it.
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ArticleInterior Motives: Aston Martin DB12
The interior of the new Aston Martin DB12 marks a revolution for the British marque and the start of a new journey (via Interior Motives Autumn 2024 issue)
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ArticleNissan Design Europe celebrates 20 years with a multi-generational concept
The Nissan Concept 20-23 showcases the work of the team at the Nissan Design Europe studio as it celebrates its 20th year in London
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ArticleAston Martin DB12 is all about the experience
CDN speaks to Aston Martin’s director of design, Miles Nurnberger, about the new DB12
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ArticleMunro forced to defend its designs as Bollinger goes to court
Scottish electric vehicle start-up, Munro and its designer are being sued by US automaker Bollinger over design patent infringement
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ArticleExperience is the future for Peugeot design
Peugeot design director Matthias Hossann chats to Mark Smyth about the Inception concept and what clues it gives us to the brand’s design direction
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ArticleAutonomous shuttle designers target a ‘friendly’ feel
This year’s CES signalled that autonomous shuttles will remain a hot topic in 2023. CDN’s Mark Smyth looks back at some of those on show
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ArticleBMW aims to Dee-light in new design
Car Design News chats to BMW’s design director, Adrian van Hooydonk, at CES 2023
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ArticleCES 2023 Review: Designers show their hand in Las Vegas
Car Design News was in Las Vegas to look at the latest designs and technology at CES 2023
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ArticleDesigner interview: Luc Donckerwolke on wheel design
Luc Donckerwolke is now the president of Hyundai Motor Group, where he will continue to work on one of his big passions, wheels
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ArticleRising to the challenge of a new type of Ferrari
Ferrari has entered a new segment with the Purosangue, but how big a challenge was its design for Flavio Manzoni and his team?
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ArticleVolvo promises purity and honesty in new EX90 SUV
Volvo has revealed its flagship electric SUV, the EX90. Mark Smyth spoke to senior members of the design team to understand its new design language
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ArticleRolls-Royce brings spirit of electric to new Spectre
Car Design News talks to designer Anders Warming about the new Spectre, a car that is a Rolls-Royce first and electric second
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ArticleCupra ups its game for the younger generation
Cupra has revealed a trio of new models but it’s the Urban Rebel that shows a radical new design. Mark Smyth spoke with Cupra’s director of design, Jorge Diez
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ArticleRob Melville exits McLaren
McLaren’s director of design, Rob Melville who was behind the 720S has left the company after 13 years with Goran Ozbolt stepping up as acting design director
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ArticleDesigning for a smarter future
Smart has relaunched and its first model is the #1. Mark Smyth spoke with Henryk Strojwasiewicz of the design team
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ArticleSecond Rolls-Royce Boat Tail is a pearler
Rolls-Royce revealed its latest Boat Tail model at the Concorso D’Eleganza in Lake Como and Mark Smyth was there to chat to its designer, Alex Innes for Car Design News
