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
Review: Autodesk Innovation Forum 2025 Warm weather and hot topics combined well in Darmstadt as Autodesk experts and customers shared current future opportunities for the software Freddie Holmes
Zeiss Microoptics: “Haptics, sound and light will play a crucial role in future car interiors” Roman Kleindienst, head of Zeiss Microoptics, spoke at Car Design Dialogues Shanghai Car Design News
‘Fight or flight’: the human science of perceived quality There is a reason why products resonate with consumers in a certain way, and Alina Braun has dedicated a large portion of her career to understanding that in more detail. Today, Braun is applying that knowledge in the world of car design Freddie Holmes
CDR 11: “Studiokurbos moves with speed, agility and independence” Andreas Kurbos, CEO of Studiokurbos, speaks on the growing importance of CMF design and the integration of smartphones into vehicles Car Design News
Forvia’s minimalist tech shines at preview ahead of Shanghai auto show Jason White reports from Detroit where Tier 1 supplier Forvia gave a preview of what was to come at Auto Shanghai Jason White
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
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
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
Watch on demand: Panel discussion - The future of German automotive design Join us live to explore heritage vs. modern mobility, sustainability's impact on design, and how supplier collaboration drives innovation in today's world Car Design News
Interior Motives: why designers must bring emotion to technology How to create tech products that customers love is the question designers must answer, writes Robert Forrest By Robert Forrest
Inside DRVN design and the art of the Continumod Car Design News gets a behind-the-scenes tour of the Coventry studio and the design team led by Wayne Burgess Freddie Holmes
Should Renault thank Peugeot for its recent design success? CDN’s exclusive Q&A with Sandeep Bhambra, Renault’s chief designer, advanced design and concept cars reveals all Guy Bird
Dacia teams up with design students for UX and YouClip project Dacia design boss David Durand explains the brand’s latest project with design students, and why it has reminded the team to “embrace new perspectives” Freddie Holmes
Perceived quality: a bridge between function and desire Experienced perceived quality specialist Kyungmin Lee explains how carmakers stand to gain from giving PQ a platform within the group Freddie Holmes
Honda debuts 0 Series Saloon and SUV prototypes at CES New electric series brings a fresh philosophy and design language – but also channels Honda’s heritage Karl Smith
UX dominates the automotive stage at CES Read on for an overview of the UX-related launches at CES 2025 Freddie Holmes
January focus: perceived quality This January Car Design News will be placing perceived quality under the spotlight Car Design News
Interior Motives: Fiat Grande Panda The 2024 Fiat Grande Panda is part of a new family of vehicles that lean into the legacy of the very first one, but in intelligent new ways Guy Bird
DS goes luxury chic with flagship No.8 Since Stellantis launched the DS brand back in 2009, you could say the models have been somewhat over-designed. Now the design team are reining things back in, starting with a brand new flagship model, the DS No.8. Mark Smyth travelled to the DS Studio in Paris to take a look Mark Smyth
Nuro’s head of design talks autonomous pods Autonomous vehicles need not be as cold and uninviting as we might first think, providing the focus lands on humanisation and smooth UX design Michael Nash
The world is getting phygital, and so is car design PARTNER CONTENTThis content was paid for by Granstudio and produced in partnership with Car Design NewsWith a phygital approach to design, Granstudio’s transdisciplinary creative team ensure that context and individual needs are at the heart of every project Car Design News
Pininfarina CCO on restoring Honda’s first ever concept car The Honda HP-X has been beautifully restored by Pininfarina, capturing an iconic glimpse in time. But instead of feeling nostalgic, the design team is looking ahead to challenge market convergences Michael Nash
Ford’s revamped London studio puts focus on human-centric design Car Design News goes inside Ford’s human-centered design studio to understand how the brand is researching what people want, use and ultimately need Freddie Holmes
Watch on demand: Designing light - innovations in automotive lighting Watch our exclusive livestream on demand, exploring the evolving role of automotive lighting in a world of increasing complexity. Lighting isn’t just about safety anymore—it’s all about branding and user experience. In this session, we explored cool new technologies, how lighting laws are changing things, and how lighting helps shape a car’s identity. Think illuminated logos, dynamic light patterns, and how lighting can make a car feel more emotional and functional at the same time. Car Design News
Interior Motives: Nilu27 – Analogue Purism Sasha Selipanov realises his dream of creating a hypercar with a visceral driving experience Karl Smith
New DS concept combines autonomous driving, Formula E performance and feathers With one side dedicated to racing and the other to chauffeured comfort, DS Automobiles’ new concept has a split personality Trinity Francis
“Aero-dramatic”: Lynk & Co's design team discuss the 02 At a suitably quirky launch event in Milan – dancers, saxophones and laser shows all featured – Lynk & Co showed off its 02 and Car Design News spoke to the design team James McLachlan
First sight: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe gets a makeover The second generation has been pared back inside and out, reducing visual clutter and bringing what the design team see as more of a traditional BMW look and feel Freddie Holmes
New super-slim speakers could revolutionise in-car audio design Innovative technology and design exploration has led to a breakthrough in how in-car audio systems can be packaged Freddie Holmes
Interview: Brian Balicki, head of design, Volvo Trucks North America The interior of the new Volvo VNL truck highlights the crossover (and constrast) between commercial vehicle and passenger car design Freddie Holmes
Swarovski Mobility on ‘the science of creativity’ Crystal is a relatively new material to the automotive industry and design teams looking to bring it in require an experienced partner James McLachlan
UX becoming “increasingly versatile” says Renault designer Olivier Daillance discusses the impact of new Euro NCAP guidance on UX, leveraging his skills as a graphic designer and how AI will make for intuitive cockpits Trinity Francis
The mysterious role of perceived quality in car design The science of perceived quality ensures a product materialises as intended Freddie Holmes
Caterham 620S: timeless car design and form following function Following an earlier experience with the entry-level Super 600, Car Design News gets to know the raucous and hands-on Caterham Seven 620S. It surprised not only with its performance, but also the user experience Freddie Holmes
bb-Auto: Looking back at fifty years of innovation As the storied German customiser heads to Monterey Car Week, we look back on a half-century of bespoke Porsches – and others Karl Smith
How does marketing influence car design? Car Design News investigates how departments beyond the studio influence the final design of a vehicle. This time, it is not engineering, but marketing and product planning under the microscope Freddie Holmes
In pictures: Verne – Rimac’s new autonomous mobility bet Car Design News shares new images of the autonomous mobility start-up backed by the Rimac leadership team Car Design News
“This can only be done in Italy” – Quentin Amore on the Maserati GranCabrio Car Design News asked exterior chief designer at Maserati, Quentin Amore to compare the electric and ICE versions of the new GranCabrio and how Maserati is incorporating historic cues into modern design Trinity Francis
Exclusive: Skoda appoints new interior/HMI lead Skoda has brought over Chan Park who will serve as the new head of interior/HMI design Freddie Holmes
AI and VR take centre stage at Autodesk innovation forum The Autodesk Innovation Forum brought together experts from Kia, Rivian and Porsche to explore the roles of AI and VR in design. Freddie Holmes reports Freddie Holmes
Underpromising and overdelivering in the age of the software-defined vehicle In an era in which mainstream brands like Audi, Volkswagen and Tesla as well as start-ups such as Fisker, are asking customers to put their faith in an entirely new technology, maybe OEMs are better off underpromising and overdelivering, writes Drew Smith Drew Smith
“We are trying to create a pure design where technology is there but not in the foreground” Head of interior at Maserati Andreas Wuppinger on the relationship between timesless design and evolving technology James McLachlan
In praise of pushbuttons (and other physical controls) Buttons are making a slight return thanks to revised guidance from Euro NCAP. Drew Smith considers what we lost in the move to screens, and what we might gain from the new rules Drew Smith
Tata UX lead talks design gimmicks and longevity From ChatGPT to smart surfaces, Michael Nash talks to Tata’s Agnete Linikaite about the development of UX and trending interior design ideas Michael Nash
Watch: Afry’s head of design on techwashing, screens and AI Car Design News pays a visit to Afry in Gothenburg to catch up with head of design Rob Dolton. Fresh from a visit to consumer tech show CES, Dolton is critical of what he sees as ’techwashing’ , why designers need to bring back tactility and physical controls and the use of AI James McLachlan
Car Design News returns to Milan Car Design News is returning to the Salone del Mobile in Milan to explore new ideas of luxury Car Design News
‘In the race to be “cool”, quality and coherence are being left behind’ CES 2024 demonstrated that established OEMs like Volkswagen, BMW and Mercedes are still asking the wrong questions when it comes to user experience, writes Drew Smith Drew Smith
Flashback: the origins of the speedometer An instrument so ubiquitous we hardly notice it, the speedometer was once a marvel of the emerging automotive age Karl Smith
New Isuzu D-Max makes a case for the pick-up truck Car Design News tests the new Isuzu D-Max pick-up truck, an experience that underlines the ever-important role of ‘utility’ in car design. Plus the need for a first-class user experience… Freddie Holmes
HiPhi enlists audio expert for in-car HiFi In-vehicle audio is becoming an increasingly important element of the user experience. To find out how carmakers and suppliers are working toward a system optimised for luxury EVs, CDN sat down with experts from both sides who have been doing just that Freddie Holmes
IAA Mobility Design Conference Livestream A precursor for ”Building a Creative Culture”, this panel looked at how designers from Mahindra Group and Ford are cultivating a high-performing and creative culture in the world of design, and producing a roadmap to creativity in their studios James McLachlan
The Volvo team unpacks the EX90 The team behind Volvo’s flagship EX90 offer their unique perspectives on the design development of the car James McLachlan
SMMT event highlights pros and cons in modern car design CDN writers take various new cars for a spin and give their view on where the user experience excels in some cases and falls down in others Car Design News
Research sheds light on future user experience Car Design News talks to trained pyschologist and UX designer Guido Meier-Arendt about a recent study on shaping a positive user experience Freddie Holmes
Suppliers hit up Shanghai auto show It was not only the automakers at the Shanghai auto show – major suppliers were out in force too and with plenty creativity of their own to display Mark Andrews
How is future mobility shaping CMF? Ahead of an upcoming livestream on future materials, Car Design News caught up with a handful of experts in the space to get a handle on the main talking points in this exciting field Freddie Holmes
Sneak Preview: 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class interior Chief design officer Gorden Wagener tells CDN’s Laura Burstein “the bigger the better” when it comes to the new, screen-filled instrument panel Laura Burstein
Watch: How will CMF shape an electric future? Watch this premier livestream, in partnership with Ultrafabrics, where our panel will explore new ways to reshape the exterior and interior of cars. James McLachlan
How will autonomous driving shape car design? This month, Car Design News will be placing a spotlight on what autonomous driving means for car design. There are many different variables at play and it is very early days, but here are some of the key considerations Freddie Holmes
Watch: Adobe Substance 3D: Create, Iterate, and Visualize Car Design Concepts Watch this webinar, in partnership with Adobe where they discuss how Adobe Substance 3D apps help transportation designers with their creative workflows and enhance collaboration with digital design reviews. James McLachlan
How important is smell in car design? Many might turn their nose up at the idea of investing in multisensory design, but research shows that carmakers could be missing out Freddie Holmes
Interview: Luka Lenard UX/UI design manager at Bugatti Rimac Ahead of Car Design News’ livestream discussing software and the future of automotive design, we have a quick chat with Luka Lenard UX/UI design manager at Bugatti Rimac James McLachlan
In defence of big screens: Merc UX design boss fights back Mercedes director of UX design, Klaus Frenzel likes big screens and he cannot lie. And he tells Car Design News why (among other things) Guy Bird
Watch: Is the future of automotive design in software? This CDN livestream featured speakers from Volvo, Bugatti Rimac, TomTom and The Qt Company. We discuss how automotive designers are using connected technologies in informing design decisions. James McLachlan
Volkswagen reveals bold autonomous Gen.Travel concept Volkswagen has weighed in on the future mobility argument with the Gen.Travel – a radical-looking autonomous vehicle with shades of the Rumpler Tropfenwagen. It is aimed at providing a premium alternative to short haul flights and longer train journeys. Klaus Zyciora and Peter Wouda spoke exclusively to Car Design News about the concept James McLachlan
MG adds bold new EV to line-up The MG4 is the brand’s first EV to be built on parent company SAIC’s modular scalable platform – and brings a dramatic new look to the table Freddie Holmes
Lexus launches fifth-generation RX Now in its fifth generation, Lexus’ top-selling crossover gets a new design and a user experience that has been custom-tailored in North America. Laura Burstein
Acura previews electric future with Precision EV concept Laura Burstein was in New York City for the east coast reveal of Acura’s Precision EV concept, a hint at where the brand is headed in the not-so-distant future Laura Burstein
What is the future of the sports car? Sports car design is in flux, with various trends changing how designers may need to approach upcoming vehicles. We caught up with several designers to discuss the main challenges and opportunities ahead Freddie Holmes
GM’s Sandy Lipscomb on future vehicle UX design General Motors will soon introduce a new software platform, Ultifi, to enable greater levels of personalisation and a more connected user experience. Car Design News caught up with Sandy Lipscomb, senior manager for GM’s Ultifi design team, to find out more Michael Nash
Watch: What’s next for the sports car? Watch this livestream where we explore the future of the sports car through the lens of styling, technology, lighting, UX and sustainability James McLachlan
From neglect to respect: Car interiors become a priority In a recent Car Design News livestream, experts from General Motors, Lotus and Lawrence Technical University discuss the future of vehicle interiors and look back on what has changed Freddie Holmes
Budding designers present concepts for future mobility – Part 3 The third and final article in this series of reports from Coventry University’s Automotive and Transportation Design course showcases sports cars, long-range tourers and cars that bring the outdoors inside Freddie Holmes
Winners announced for the Unreal Engine HMI Design Challenge The winners of the Unreal Engine HMI Design Challenge held in partnership Car Design News have been announced James McLachlan
One for all: Renault unveils Scenic Vision concept The stocky SUV is described as the rebirth of a legend following the original family-first Scenic MPV Freddie Holmes
Less is more – the changing face of luxury automotive interiors Designers from BMW, Polestar, Pininfarina, Italdesign and ELeather discuss how green ambitions are redefining interior luxury Freddie Holmes
First Sight: Tata Avinya concept heralds premium EV push The Avinya concept showcases Tata’s new EV-only platform, a move upmarket and a desire to sell in more international markets for the Indian industrial powerhouse Guy Bird
Uncovering the Secrets of Porsche’s Concepts Ingo Scheinhütte, advanced design exterior manager at Porsche, talks Car Design News through the studio’s process when creating design studies Laura Burstein
Lexus unveils aggressive electric RZ The new Lexus RZ is characterised by angular and aggressive body work, and will be a vital model as the carmaker looks to up its game in electrification Michael Nash
Mercedes-Benz Expands its Electric Lineup with EQS SUV Mercedes-Benz unveiled the fourth production battery electric vehicle (BEV) in its EQ lineup, the full-size EQS SUV that promises flagship luxury with the practicality of a utility vehicle Laura Burstein
First Sight: Could Audi Urbansphere herald China MPV revival? With the Urbansphere, Audi’s design team has turned the ’van-with-windows’ approach to the MPV on its head. Can this concept revive the segment? Guy Bird
Mazda Aims for Outdoorsy Crowd with the new CX-50 Mazda‘s CX-50 combines precise driving dynamics with a more rugged look than we are used to seeing from the Japanese OEM, writes Laura Burstein Laura Burstein
Qt launches Automotive Outrun – Future of Car HMI summit Automotive Outrun – The Future of Car HMI summit on 26 April hosted by the global software company Qt will explore future trends in automotive HMI with experts from TomTom, Stellantis, and more via a half day-long programme of keynote speakers and panel discussion Car Design News
First Sight: Eletre kickstarts Lotus lifestyle range Lotus launched its first SUV – the Eletre – to the world on Tuesday 29th March 2022 in an evening event in west London, UK. Luckily, Car Design News had already been invited to a series of previews of the large luxury lifestyle EV and interviewed its key designers. What follows is our first impressions and their thoughts… Guy Bird
Grecale blows in from Modena Maserati has revealed its second SUV, the Grecale, which aims to deliver unique design and competitive performance
Driven: The 2022 Lincoln Navigator The stately Lincoln Navigator receives a few exterior design tweaks, but it is the interior where the mid-cycle revamp is most keenly felt. Laura Burstein gets behind the wheel Laura Burstein
Polestar Unveils O2 Concept The Polestar O2 is a sporty roadster which aims to be a “halo statement” for the electric luxury brand Laura Burstein
Car Design Dialogues North American: Innovation Showcase with Linkage Michael Check from Linkage Design showcases the type of computer hardware the company recommends, scene setups and the associated tools to use to create a useful and dependable VR setup
Car Design Dialogues North America: Inside the Karma Automotive studio The team from Karma Automotive take us inside their California studio exploring the OEMs contemporary take on luxury, electrification, and the future of high-performance coupes
Car Design Dialogues: Data-driven Interiors An expert panel including designers from GAC, Hyundai, Lincoln and Stellantis examine how data is shaping the design of car interiors
First Sight: Ford F-150 Lightning Pro The commercial grade of the full-sized pickup is one piece of Ford’s ambitious new plan for business owners Laura Burstein
First Sight: Production Alfa Romeo Tonale heralds “new era” The Alfa Romeo Tonale features connectivity, digitisation and electrification to usher in a new era for the Italian OEM Guy Bird
Do these GM concepts signal the return of the personal luxury car? Two futuristic concepts, the Buick Smart Pod and the Cadillac Innerspace Concept recently introduced by General Motors, point to a revival of a classic format Karl Smith
Mercedes unveils svelte, super-efficient EQXX concept Mercedes Benz reveals the Vision EQXX, an aerodynamic EV concept with a claimed 620-mile range Car Design News
Interior Motives Winter 2021 Digital Edition The winter edition of Interior Motives features in depth coverage of the Range Rover MK5, BMW i VIsion Circular, Mullen Five and Hyundai Seven. Plus, we bring you the latest colour and trim trends and highlight the most significant latest launches
Watch: SangYup Lee on winning Car Design Review Production Car of the Year The Hyundai Ioniq 5 emerges as a clear winner in the Production Car of the Year in respected industry journal Car Design Review, as voted for by a panel of expert car designers Michael Nash
Interview: Adrian van Hooydonk, BMW Group director of design Mark Smyth chatted to BMW Group’s head of design, Adrian van Hooydonk about responding to criticism, circular design, why designers need to use fewer parts Mark Smyth
Interior Motives Autumn 2021 Digital Edition The autumn edition of Interior Motives features in depth coverage of the Audi Grandsphere, Volkswagen ID.Life, Volvo Concept Recharge and the Mini Strip with Paul Smith. Plus, we bring you the latest colour and trim trends and highlight the most significant latest launches
Design Interview: Rivian’s Jeff Hammoud Rivian’s head of design Jeff Hammoud talks about the electric R1T pickup truck and how his team helped to make it a reality Laura Burstein
A roadster for the future? The Aura Concept A coalition of companies including Astheimer have launched a streamlined EV roadster that takes cues from Auto Union racers to improve efficiency and reduce the dreaded range anxiety James McLachlan
Genesis reveals GV60 electric coupé crossover Genesis has launched an all-electric coupé crossover the GV60, which marks the aspiring luxury brand first foray into a dedicated EV platform James McLachlan
Ford modernises 2022 Expedition with design tweaks The new 2022 Ford Expedition gets some subtle design changes on the outside while the interior is completely fresh Michael Nash
Interior Motives Summer 2021: Mercedes Benz EQS The Mercedes EQS’ mother of all screens polarised the design community between believers and sceptics. However, Guy Bird finds there is more to the German’s marque’s interior than its vaunted black mirror Guy Bird
Interior Motives Summer 2021: Lincoln Zephyr New sedan designed in California for the Chinese market employs classic Lincoln design cues as well as the OEMs new concept of ‘quiet flight’ to target a young, progressive crowd Laura Burstein
Interior Motives Summer 2021: GAC Enpulse With a refulgent yellow interior, a structurally impressive IP and pop culture stylings, GAC’s Los Angeles team has designed a sportscar for the digital age with the Enpulse James McLachlan
Pininfarina’s Teorema concept aims to put the enjoyment back into the journey In some eyes, autonomous vehicles sucks the fun out of driving, which is why Pininfarina’s new mobility concept is aimed at helping enjoy travel in new ways James McLachlan
Interior Motives Summer 2021 Digital Edition The summer edition of Interior Motives has landed featuring exclusive coverage of the Lincoln Zephyr, GAC Enpulse, SAIC Airo and the Mercedes EQS. Plus we bring you the latest colour and trim trends
Love of the game: What’s bringing car and gaming designers together Adobe’s Pierre Maheut tells CDN about the growing collaboration between gaming and automotive design including in 3D tools, colour and trim, in a special preview of Car Design Dialogues Asia Car Design News
Studio Visit: Nissan Design America With an eclectic spirit fostered by the late Jerry Hirshberg, the California satellite studio in La Jolla is a designer’s sanctuary with a storied history Laura Burstein
Mahindra launches Coventry design studio Indian automotive giant Mahindra is launching an advanced design studio in Coventry Car Design News
Interior Motives Spring 2021: Hyundai Ioniq 5 A calming colour palette, sliding centre console and fridge magnet style personalisation – Hyundai’s Ioniq borrows from domestic design to create a coherent, usable interior rather than ‘la la land’ concepts Guy Bird
Supply Lines: the latest innovations from Shanghai Suppliers are often the unsung heroes of design. Mark Andrews reports on the latest innovations launched at the Shanghai Auto show from Faurecia, Grupo Antolin, and Grammer Mark Andrews
Xpeng launches P5 with Lidar technology The first model in its portfolio to hit the market with Lidar technology, Xpeng’s P5 is big in size and creature comforts. Car Design News got the lowdown from Eric Zhao, senior director of Xpeng’s design centre Mark Andrews
Interior Motives Spring 2021 Digital Edition The spring edition of Interior Motives is out now featuring cutting edge design concepts and the newest production launches, with exclusive coverage of the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Nio ET7, DS4, Mini Vision Urbanaut plus a deep dive into the future of screens and the latest colour and trim trends
State of the Screen As technology has become more prevalent in car design, interiors have been marked by a steady proliferation of touchscreens. Guy Bird explores the near future to discover whether there is life beyond the black mirror Guy Bird
CDN poll reveals giant touchscreen antipathy A Car Design News poll confirmed what many already suspected – not many of us are fans of giant touchscreens James McLachlan
Comment: Too much minimalism? Everyone is a minimalist these days, but beyond being a handy catch-all for pared back aesthetics, what does the term mean for car design? Are designers sacrificing ornament at the altar of functionality? James McLachlan
Interior Motives Winter 2020 Digital Edition The winter edition of Interior Motives is out now featuring cutting edge design and high-end materials, with exclusive coverage of the Mercedes Maybach S-Class, BMW iX, Maserati MC20, Hyundai Prophecy and more
Interior Motives Autumn 2020 Digital Edition Check out the autumn digital edition of Interior Motives, featuring in-depth interior design trends, interviews, sketches and galleries featuring Rolls-Royce Ghost, Volkswagen ID.4, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Buick Elektra and more
Yanfeng’s new XiM21 concept looks to the (very near) future Yanfeng’s latest concept demonstrator shows us what technology can be applied to cars now - a thoroughly practical approach Maxine Morland
BMW i Interaction Ease - interior only concept The monolithic presence of the Interaction Ease belies the intuitive user interface within Nick Gibbs
Polestar Precept design video Thomas Ingenlath introduces the Precept, Polestar’s first all-Polestar concept Car Design News
Design Essay: Big Screen, Big Problem? Automotive interior design is being subjected to ever tougher screen tests… Aidan Walsh
Materials and technologies for tomorrow’s interiors Covestro’s latest interior concept is centred on a multifunctional living space Covestro
CES 2020: Sony builds a car Sony shows a sleek, four-seat sedan packed with proprietary tech Nick Gibbs
Supplier Profit Analysis: Mitigating Margin Compression to Invest in R&D Automotive tier 1 suppliers are facing unprecedented industry transformation in electrification along with economic uncertainty. Download this report on the top 20 global suppliers for a deep analysis of their historic margins, as well as solutions for how suppliers could cope with growing pressures and new requirements in research, development and design Automotive from Ultima Media
BMW Vision M Next The BMW M Vision concept carries some interesting messages about what to expect from BMW in coming years… Maxine Morland
Interior Motives: Bentley EXP 100 GT “Everything had to have a sustainable approach and an engineering roadmap to support it. Our engineering director said, ‘if we can’t make that by 2035, it’s not going in’. Guy Bird
Faurecia Clarion Electronics: Making an interior complete Andreas Wlasak of Faurecia explains integrating UX and HMI expertise into design activities Faurecia
First Sight: Canoo’s canoo A new automotive brand dedicated to electric power, a subscription model, and urban living Karl Smith
Frankfurt 2019: Byton inches closer to massive screen production Byton debuted its production M-Byte at Frankfurt and we took a look inside Guy Bird
Exclusive: Ralph Gilles talks Maserati, UX and beyond FCA’s design boss talks about the latest special edition Maseratis, the fun of masking shared components, and the brand’s big push in the UX space… Laura Burstein
GAC Entranze - designed to share experiences Designer in VR (without a clay stage) the GAC Entranze harnesses the creative strengths of current technology to craft an interior for shared experiences Lem Bingley
Visions of tomorrow at Goodwood FOS’s Future Lab Like any good motorshow Goodwood gave us a glimpse into the future of mobility, with a whiff of whimsy too Laura Burstein
Designer Interview: SangYup Lee, Hyundai & Genesis “We are talking about partnerships, because OEMs cannot do everything by themselves” Car Design News
Design interview: Benoît Jacob, Byton “We have the start-up culture of agile and quick decisions, but that does not offset the need for structure and good management” Car Design News
Leading Ideal - A car designed from the touchscreens out The ‘Elon Musk’ of China, Li Xiang, is building an EV automotive brand from scratch Drew Meehan
Technology focus - in UX is less more? Leaps in digital technology continue to transform the way we interact with vehicles. Here we look at the variety of approaches to touchscreens Car Design News
Technology focus - reading our emotions Trying to read, and even affect the emotions of people in vehicles, is being seriously applied by car manufacturers and suppliers Car Design News
CES 2019: Visteon envisions the future cockpit At CES 2019, Visteon showed its vision of the cockpit of the future Karl Smith
CES 2019: It’s all about the interface If there was one over-arching trend at CES 2019, it was the interface. Car Design News reports from the show Chris Maillard
Byton’s Benoit Jacob on building a brand The new firm’s Design Director on leaving BMW, joining a start-up and creating a design culture from scratch Joe Simpson
UX Analysis: Mercedes-Benz A-Class ‘MBUX’ The MBUX system in the new A-Class proves quick and responsive, but can’t eliminate a steep learning curve Lem Bingley
Driven: Volkswagen Golf VII (facelift) More screens and gesture control available, but is more necessarily better? We test the VW Golf VII HMI options Joe Simpson
