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10 tips for aspiring car designers by Patrick Lecharpy and Luciano Bove
Ten exclusive tips for design students and aspiring industrial and transportation designers, by Renault VP Design R&D and Nissan Synergies Patrick Lecharpy and Renault Design Manager R&D design studio Luciano Bove.
How to learn Autodesk Alias
The best resources for learning Autodesk Alias 3D software: the official documentation, free online tutorials, educational DVDs, books and online training.
Modeling Cars in Polygons
An in-depth, advanced 3D modeling guide for creating high quality 3D geometry and reflection for cars and products using polygonal modeling software. By former ILM and LucasArts CG artist Ali Ismail.
Design Tutorials
How to sketch a car in side view
A video demonstration by design instructor Sangwon Seok, who shows how to sketch a coupe concept in side view using pen and markers
Concept Car ZBrush 3D Modeling Tutorial
In this tutorial in 4 parts designer Aaron Walker aka carstylus shows how to model a concept car from scratch using ZBrush’s topology and brush.
Industrial Design Marker Sketch Tutorial
In this 13 minute video tutorial Eric Strebel shows and explains the creation process of a traditional product design marker rendering – applied to an aluminum backpack hanger.
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Audi R8 LMS GT2
At the Goodwood Festival of Speed Audi Sport has revealed the Audi R8 LMS GT2, a 640 hp racecar that will compete form 2020 in the new GT2 class.
New Renault Captur: the design
Succeeding the first generation Captur, which has has sold 1.2 million units since its launch in 2013, the all-new Captur showcases a refreshed exterior, a new interior design, and an overall modernization of the onboard technologies. From the...
MINI Cooper Design Contest by IAAD: the winners
IAAD – the Italian University for Design is pleased to announce the winners of scholarships for the Bachelor Degree in “Transportation Design”.
Škoda Montiaq Student Concept
The sixth consecutive Student Car created by the students of the Škoda Vocational School is a pickup based on the Kodiaq.
David Woodhouse named VP of Nissan Design America
Nissan has hired David Woodhouse, former design director at Lincoln, to serve as vice president, Nissan Design America (NDA). In this role, Woodhouse will lead all Nissan and Infiniti design activities in North America.
BMW M8 and M8 Competition: photos and design sketches
BMW has released pictures and details on the new M8 Coupe and M8 Convertible and their Competition model variants.
Ferrari reveals P80/C and SP3JC one-off models
At the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2019 Ferrari will debut the P80/C and SP3JC one-off models, which will be taking part in the Supercar Runs up the Goodwood hill climb.
Husqvarna Alpha Trike Concept
The Alpha Trike is a project of a futuristic three-wheels vehicle based on a flexible structure that allows different driving modes.
Bentley reveals third-generation Flying Spur
Bentley has released the first images and details on the all-new Flying Spur, featuring a bold design and a combination of limousine luxury and sports sedan performance.
Lexus Jet Concept featured in “Men In Black: International”
The latest movie in the Men in Black franchise features a futuristic Jet designed by Lexus with its current design DNA.
Ferrari Aliante Barchetta Concept
The Ferrari Aliante Barchetta is a personal project by Spanish designer Daniel Soriano, who pays homage to pay homage to the past generation of sportscars.
Gordon Murray previews the T.50 supercar, F1’s spiritual successor
Gordon Murray Automotive has revealed the first details on the T.50, a supercar in advanced stage of development that will be launched in 2022 in a limited edition of 100 units.
Turin Mauto Exhibition celebrates 30 years of IED Turin
An exhibition titled "Over the future – 30 years of IED in Turin" is running at the Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile di Torino (Corso Unità d’Italia, 40) to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the design school.
Michelin Challenge Design “Inspiring Mobility”: the Winners
Michelin has announced the results of its annual design contest, which tasked participants to create mobility solutions for mega-cities in the year 2035. This year’s theme for the Michelin Challenge Design, titled “Inspiring Mobility,”...
Bentley previews 3D leather texture
With the new upcoming Flying Spur, which will celebrate the brand’s 100th anniversary, Bentley aims at setting new luxury standards, pushing the limits of both both technology and craftsmanship. In this context, the company has previewed an...
Kia teases new compact SUV and restyled Cadenza with design sketches
Kia has released teaser sketches of an all-new compact SUV amd the restyled K7 model for 2020 - the Cadenza in NA markets.
Karma Automotive appoints new VP of Global Design and Architecture
Karma Automotive has announced the appointment of Andreas Thurner to the newly-created role of Vice President of Global Design and Architecture, leading the new business unit named Karma Design.
Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato Concept
Lamborghini has presented the Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato, an unconventional concept combining the performance of a sportscar with off-road capabilities.
