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Car Design round-up: Callum design, Aston Martin and Mercedes

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar, including the latest from Callum, Aston Martin and Mercedes

Lucy Abbott

“My team is very free to explore” – Stephanie Petit, CMF head at Alpine

Car Design News speaks to Stephanie Petit about sustainable materials, 3D-printed finishes, and French craftsmanship – from leather traceability to illuminated triangles

James McLachlan

Chery’s Tianji Vision concept is Exeedingly luxurious

Car Design News goes behind the scenes with this new luxury SUV concept from Exeed

Freddie Holmes

June focus: Surfacing

Read on for a brief round-up of surfacing-related stories from the month of June

Car Design News

“The better the proportions, the less styling you need” – Gary Telaak, Audi

Audi senior designer Gary Telaak has been with the storied brand for 28 years. Here he looks back at the launch of Audi TT, shares his thoughts on what made that car so special and talks about the challenges designers face in working with and integrating new technology

James McLachlan

Design Driven: Polestar 3 vs. Polestar 4

Car Design News pits the Polestar 3 against its newer, younger sibling in an all-in battle royale.Which slice of Chinese-funded scandi-minimalism will win out in this design face-off

Guy Bird

Car Design round-up: Skoda, Fiat and Volvo

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Skoda, Fiat and Volvo

Lucy Abbott

Design driven: Xpeng G6

A week with the G6 reveals an accomplished vehicle in its own right. However, this newcomer is let down by familiar UX issues present across the market

Freddie Holmes

Nissan Leaf branches out into crossover segment

Nissan spearheaded the modern era of electric cars back in 2009, but after being swamped by competitors in recent years, the third generation has branched out into the crossover segment. Mark Smyth took a closer look at it in Sweden

Mark Smyth

First sight: Omoda 9

Chery International’s new brand Omoda is moving fast. Since launching in 2022 under the Chery moniker, Omoda has morphed into a standalone brand with its sights trained on the European premium market. Car Design News took a look at the Omoda 9 flaghship

James McLachlan

Interview: Lynk & Co design president Stefan Rosen on creating the ‘anti-Volvo’

In light of the launch of Lynk & Co’s 08, Car Design News spoke to design president Stefan Rosen on how the brand’s design language has evolved

Lucy Abbott

Changan’s Klaus Zyciora: “We can bring products to Europe that people admire and love”

As Changan continues its expansion in Europe, Car Design News visited Chongqing to understand how the brand plans to combine local market knowledge with global design expertise to connect with European consumers

“I don’t have a computer and I can’t do CAD; I have a drawing board everywhere I go”

Gordon Murray, the ”engineer with an artistic bent”, talks Car Design News through his path to design, the handful of modern cars he likes and his unashamedly analogue mindset

Stephen Dobie

Car design round-up: Caterham, Ioniq N and special editions galore

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Volkswagen, BMW, Peugeot and Caterham

Freddie Holmes

Back-to-front: the curious case of end-to-end symmetry

Car Design News charts the rise, fall and renaissance of end-to-end symmetry in car design

Aysar Ghassan

Ten cars that defined the Art Deco era

Car Design News looks back on an era of fabulous automotive designs, many of which emerged in some of the darkest moments in modern times

Karl Smith

Car Design round-up: Kia, Lotus, Nissan and Ram

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Honda, Lotus and Nissan

Lucy Abbott

Inside the studio: Italdesign Michigan

Italdesign opens a low-profile but high-impact office in Michigan, bringing its legendary design-engineering fusion closer to America’s automotive heartland

Jason White

UAE studio Peec reimagines local icon

The Nissan Patrol might seem an unlikely candidate for the luxe treatment, but its connection to UAE culture means it makes more sense than you might think

Freddie Holmes

“Fine driving” meets fine design with the Bovensiepen Zagato

The Bovensiepen name is already famous many times over for its ties to Alpina, the famous BMW modification outfit from Buchloe, Germany. Now, the family name has been elevated to the front of the bonnet, not just on a plaque in the cockpit

Freddie Holmes

Car Design round-up: Aston Martin, BMW and Škoda

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Aston Martin, BMW and Škoda

Lucy Abbott

Urban Automotive: “OEM+ is about complementing already great designs”

Car Design News sat down with Urban Automotive founder Simon Dearn to discuss modification, styling and why certain cars just make sense for ‘OEM plus’ work

Freddie Holmes

Alpine launches new A390, a racing car in a suit

The new electric fastback expands the brand’s product offering and subsequently its customer base. CDN is in France for the official launch to learn more

James McLachlan

Freddie Holmes

Sixth sense: Micra returns electric

As the sixth generation of the Micra is reborn as a full EV, Car Design News sneaked into a small and secret lock-up in south London to see the car up close and personal and ask the ever-affable European studio interior design manager and ‘Nissan Lifer’ Bert Dehaes to explain more

Guy Bird

Ten strange and wonderful lighting designs from concept cars

A sampler from the weird and wonderful world of concept cars

Karl Smith

Exclusive: Inside Cloud 46, Mercedes-Benz’s new Shanghai studio

Mercedes-Benz has a new studio in Shanghai way up on the 46th floor of a high-rise overlooking the famous Bund. With spectacular views plus a helipad on the roof, Cloud 46 is a strong commitment to mastering the Chinese market

James McLachlan

Car Design round-up: Nissan, Land Rover and Volkswagen

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Nissan, Land Rover and Volkswagen

Lucy Abbott

Exclusive: Zeekr and Lynk & Co Gothenburg design teams facing potential cuts

Geely’s Zeekr and Lynk & Co design studios will be restructured as part of what the company describes as an “ongoing efficiency program” which will see the Shanghai studio taking on greater operational responsibilities

James McLachlan

In pictures: the new Toyota RAV4

Toyota has revealed the all-new RAV4 on stage in Tokyo

Car Design News

Martin Uhlarik: “We have nine full programs live in the UK at the moment, 13 globally”

Global design head of Tata Motors Martin Uhlarik speaks to Car Design News about the role of the studio, his current recruitment drive, the importance of diverse talent and hosting the live judging for the CDN People Awards

James McLachlan

Car Design round-up: Cadillac, Renault and Škoda

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Cadillac, Renault and Škoda

Lucy Abbott

Review: Car Design Event highlights

Car Design Event returned for its third year with the now familiar mix of design walkarounds, presentations and networking at the Munich Driver’s Club. Car Design News reports…

James McLachlan

The art of immortalising Ferraris in 1:64 scale Hot Wheels models

It’s been more than 10 years since Hot Wheels has worked with Ferrari to bring the Italian manufacturer’s models to children (and adults) in handheld form. Now the two brands have collaborated to launch a new range of diecast models

Trinity Francis

Car Design round-up: Bugatti, Corvette and Toyota

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Bugatti, Corvette and Volvo

Lucy Abbott

Ralph Gilles: “Our mission is to make electric vehicles as compelling as we can”

Ralph Gilles, chief design officer at Stellantis, on leaning into legacy, the ongoing challenge of electrification and how Chrysler utilises AI

Car Design News

Car Design round-up: Porsche, Aston Martin and Ferrari

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Porsche, Aston Martin and Ferrari

Lucy Abbott

Interview: Richard Stevens, design director at JLR

Range Rover’s time-travelling installation at Milan Design Week was the star of the show. Car Design News spoke to design director Richard Stevens about how it feeds into a broader design strategy

James McLachlan

Meet the photographer that designed an off-road Lotus

The original Lotus Elise has been reimagined as an all-roader and designed by an unlikely candidate

Freddie Holmes

First look: Citroën C5 Aircross

The second coming of the larger Aircross is an aero-led flagship for the French brand. Pierre Leclercq talks us round it

Stephen Dobie

Taking the temperature in Shanghai

Following the Shanghai Auto Show and Car Design Dialogues, CDN is back from China. Editor-in-chief James McLachlan has thoughts

James McLachlan

In pictures: Slate, your automotive canvas

Slate is the latest EV startup to hit the US market, offering a compact, convertible pickup designed for customisation. With analog charm, the ‘Blank Slate’ is set to stand out

Jens Meiners

Jean-Philippe Salar: “Strong storytelling will generate good design”

Jean-Phillippe Salar, design director at Mobilize, explains the thought process behind the two electric vehicles set to launch in 2025

Car Design News

Car Design round-up: Lexus, Rolls-Royce & Auto Shanghai new launches

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Lexus, Rolls-Royce and Auto Shanghai

Lucy Abbott

Genesis’ Luc Donckerwolke: competition fuels strong design

Genesis’ chief creative officer speaks on his coupe and convertible concepts and beating competition – on road and racetrack

Stephen Dobie

First sight: Genesis X Gran Equator concept

The Korean firm targets Defender and G-Class appeal with its luxe, old-school take on an SUV

Stephen Dobie

Auto Shanghai 2025: What makes a Porsche Heritage Design edition so special?

We speak to Porsche’s head of Exclusive Manufaktur about the paints, finishes and processes underpinning its new 911 Spirit 70

Stephen Dobie

The car launches of Auto Shanghai 2025

Read on for the launches at Auto Shanghai 2025, concept, production or otherwise

Car Design News

Mercedes reveals Vision V concept in Shanghai

Mercedes-Benz has extended its portfolio of MPVs into the top-end segment with the Vision V concept

Lucy Abbott

Car Design round-up: Renault, Lucid, Jeep and Get Lost

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Renault, Lucid and Get Lost

Lucy Abbott

G-Class gets a retro remix – this time by Mercedes

The German carmaker has revealed a limited series of G-Class vehicles, the Mercedes Benz G-Class Stronger Than The 1980s

Lucy Abbott

New Audi A6 sedan revealed

The new generation is described as “elegant and sporty”

Car Design News

Mitja Borkert: “We never look backwards. We always look ahead”

Mitja Borkert, design director at Lamborghini, speaks to Car Design News about Lamborghini’s hybrid renewal and the beginnings of his exploration with AI

Car Design News

Italdesign talks pick-ups, materials and converging design worlds

Italdesign’s Joaquin Garcia gives CDN a walkaround of the Quintessenza concept and explores the idea of simplicity

Freddie Holmes

Sex and mystery vs. tech and trends – Italy’s design battle

CDN talks to designers at Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Estrema and Bertone about the history of Italian design and what the future might hold

Michael Nash

The future of screens: balancing tech and tactility

Car Design News takes a deep dive into what’s to come for the interior screen and how designers are integrating technology into the cockpit

Lucy Abbott

Car Design round-up: Audi, Mahindra and Volkswagen

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar this week, including the latest from Audi, Mahindra and Kia

Lucy Abbott

First Sight: Hyundai’s 2025 Seoul Quartet

The Korean powerhouse brand Hyundai chose the Seoul Mobility Show in early April to unveil not one, but four new cars, mostly playing very different tunes, but still united by the pixel

Guy Bird

Shao Jingfeng: “This is our chance, our time”

Shao Jingfeng, chief design officer at SAIC, on trusting your strategy and recruiting the next generation of design talent

Car Design News

GAC unveils Hyper-Luxury concept car

Designed in just months for the Salone, the two-seat coupe channels Bugatti elegance, Concorde flair, and couture-inspired detail

Freddie Holmes

Car Design round-up: Skoda, Renault and Rolls-Royce

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar, including the latest from Skoda, Rolls-Royce and Toyota

Lucy Abbott

GM’s UK studio reveals first major project: an electric Corvette concept

With an all-star team led by Julian Thomson, the Midlands-based design studio has lifted the covers on a blistering new concept

Freddie Holmes

Activism, OEMs and Car Design

From the 1968 student riots to protests over the Iraq war, ‘activism’ has always been with us, but more recently it’s become a standout cultural phenomenon. Why is this and how does it affect OEMs and car design?

Aysar Ghassan

Car Design News April Focus: Sketching

This month Car Design News will be exploring the art and evolution of sketching

Lucy Abbott

Car Design round-up: Aston Martin, Audi and Mazda

Car Design News takes a look at the news that may have gone under the radar, including the latest from Aston Martin, Audi, Continental and Mazda

Lucy Abbott

Changan’s European debut: “Design talent is what you need to create success”

China’s oldest automaker and one of the ‘Big Four’ in the country has officially arrived in Europe – Car Design News reports

Lucy Abbott

The design experts behind Chery’s new Journeo concept study

From achieving ‘China speed’ to the crucial role of AI in the cockpit, Car Design News speaks to the design experts at Chery Automobile

Lucy Abbott

Simon Loasby, CDR 11: “We have to challenge sacred cows sometimes”

Simon Loasby, head of design at Hyundai, describes the pressure of being a Korean born brand and the challenges behind utilising AI securely

Car Design News

Smart reveals its first mid-size SUV, smart #5

The German marque has expanded its smart product line-up in the UK, with the smart #5 becoming the third electric model introduced within three years

Lucy Abbott

First Sight: Volvo’s Jeremy Offer on the ES90 and beyond

From 1980s Coupé inspiration to 2025 tech challenges and future opportunities, Volvo’s head of global design Jeremy Offer gets candid

Guy Bird

Car Design round-up: Ford, Renault and Mahindra

Car Design News takes a look at some of the stories that may have gone under the radar this week. Read on for the latest from Ford, Renault and Mahindra

Lucy Abbott

First sight: Renault 5 Turbo 3E

Car Design News visits Renault in Paris to become acquainted with its new mini supercar and to speak to Renault’s chief design officer Laurens Van Den Acker

Lucy Abbott

Lighting and screens define new Mercedes CLA

This new generation Mercedes-Benz CLA brings a familiar form to the table, now packed full of technology and more reliant on lighting than ever

Freddie Holmes

“Indian OEMs have made a remarkable improvement in perceived quality”

Car Design News chats to a growing Indian consultancy that is finding plenty of work as a specialist in perceived quality

Freddie Holmes

Design driven: Jaecoo 7

Car Design News gets behind the wheel of the new Jaecoo 7 SHS in South Africa to see what the SUV is capable of

Trinity Francis

Car Design round-up: Bentley, Toyota and Lexus

Car Design News takes a look at some of the stories that may have gone under the radar this week. Read on for the latest from Bentley, Toyota and Lexus

Lucy Abbott

Morgan modernises with new Supersport flagship

Traditional British marque, Morgan Motor Company, has introduced a slightly more modern design language on its new flagship, the Supersport.

Mark Smyth

Ilhun Yoon: “What makes Genesis is everyone’s expertise and fantastic teamwork”

Ilhun Yoon, head of global design centres for Genesis, on the global Genesis studios, brand identity and what a sustainable future looks like

Car Design News

Four finalists battle for YouClip glory in Dacia student design contest

Dacia’s YouClip design competition has reached its final stages, with just four innovative projects left standing

Lucy Abbott

Car Design round-up: Audi, Volvo and Volkswagen

Car Design News takes a look at some of the stories that may have gone under the radar this week. Read on for the latest from Audi, Volvo and Volkswagen

Lucy Abbott

Bold, clean and spacey: Lynk & Co interior team on the Z10

Car Design News takes a closer look at the interior of the Lynk & Co Z10, which draws inspiration from spacecraft

Freddie Holmes