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University of Rochester is developing water-repellent metals
Scientists at the University of Rochester are using lasers to transform metals into extremely water repellent, or super-hydrophobic, materials without the need for temporary coatings.
Mitsubishi previews new PHEV Concept
At the upcoming 2015 Geneva Motor Show Mitsubishi will present an all-new concept car that will express a 'declaration of intent' for the company's future directions in terms of hybrid technologies and design.
The Ford GT40/GT: a historic gallery
A selection of pictures from the history of the Ford GT40 and its successor, the GT presented in 2002.
Ford GT: Behind the Scenes video
An official video produced by the Xbox One YouTube channel documenting the development of the new Ford GT, featured in the Forza Motorsport 6 racing game.
Volvo XC90: design sketches
A set of sketches and a video from the production line of the new Volvo XC90, published on WeDesignVolvo, a blog run by the company's designers.
Alpine Vision Gran Turismo Concept revealed
Alpine has revealed the latest concept for the Vision Gran Turismo Concept, a sleek race car inspired by the single seater barchettas of the past.
Mercedes-Benz F 105 Luxury in Motion: design videos
A set of official videos documenting the design process of the F 105 Luxury in Motion, featuring interviews with Head of Advanced Interior Design Steffen Köhl.
Honda previews the all-new Pilot
At the upcoming Chicago Auto Show Honda will present the all-new eight-passenger Pilot three-row SUV model, designed, developed and manufactured in America and set to go on sale this summer.
Robert Melville appointed McLaren Chief Designer
McLaren Automotive has announced the appointment of Robert Melville as Chief Designer, reporting to the company’s Design Director, Frank Stephenson.
Bentley previews new Bentayga SUV model
Bentley has officially revealed the name and the first teaser image of its upcoming SUV model, which will be called Bentayga, and will go on sale in 2016.
The Middlecott Sketchbattle Experiment 2015: a report
Held on last 13 January at the the Tangent Gallery in Detroit, the Middlecott Sketchbattle Experiment featured a sketch fight among 13 young designers. The first place was won by Darby Barber from CCS.
McLaren P1 GTR: new updates
McLaren has released new images and details on the P1 GTR, the track-only sportscar that will make its global debut in production form at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show in March.
Chevrolet Bolt EV Concept
At the 2015 Detroit Show Chevrolet has unveiled the Bolt EV Concept, that gives a preview of an upcoming affordable production electric vehicle with a 200+ mile range and a starting price of around $30,000.
Ford reveals the new GT
At the Detroit Motor Show Ford has revealed the all-new Ford GT, a pre-production extreme sportscarfeaturing a carbon fiber body and structure and a 3.5 liter twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 with over 600 hp.
Honda/Acura NSX revealed: image gallery and video
Twenty-five years after the debut of the original NSX supercar, Honda/Acura has revealed the production version of its highly anticipated successor developed and produced in the US.
The Middlecott Sketchbattle Experiment: the 2015 edition
The annual Middlecott Sketchbattle Experiment, held during the Detroit Auto Show will be held today, January 13th after the conclusion of the annual EyesOn Design awards, and will feature a live sketching challenge involving designers and students.
Buick Avenir Concept
Buick has revealed the Avenir Concept, a study of a flagship sedan that reinterprets the brand's classic styling cues and proportions. It was jointly developed by the Warren and Melbourne design studios.
LITECAR Challenge: updates
Local Motors has announced new details on the LIghtweighting Technologies Enabling Comprehensive Automotive Redesign (LITECAR) Challenge, organized in partnership with the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E).
