Automotive Design
Ralph Gilles appointed Head of Design by Fiat Chrysler
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has announced that Ralph Gilles was named Head of Design and member of the FCA Group Executive Council (GEC), succeeding Lorenzo Ramaciotti.
Milan Design Week: Hyundai previews Kinetic Artwork
Hyundai Motor Company will participate in the 2015 Milan Design Week, opening on April 13, with a new artwork that celebrates the relationship between movement in the natural and automotive worlds.
Alpine Vision Gran Turismo: design inspirations in video and gallery
On the occasion of the release of the Alpine Vision Gran Turismo in the GT6 PS3 racing game, the design team has released a video and a gallery showing their inspiration and visual techniques.
Mahindra interested in buying Pininfarina
Indian vehicle manufacturer Mahindra & Mahindra has expressed an interest in buying a majority stake in Italian design firm Pininfarina.
The story of Volvo Cars (video)
Volvo has published an interesting video that gives an overview of the company's history and its most significant technical achievements.
Jaguar Land Rover starts construction of new UK Automotive Innovation Centre
A ceremony at the University of Warwick marked the formal launch of the construction of the £150 million facility that will become the hub for Jaguar Land Rover’s advanced research.
Geneva 2015: Photo Gallery
Our selection of photos from the 2015 Geneva Motor Show. Check back soon for new updates.
Ferrari envisions the F1 of the future
Ferrari's in-house design studio has created a concept design proposal for a futuristic Formuls One racing car, aimed at combining performance with a better look.
Apple reportedly developing an electric vehicle
According to anonymous sources cited by the Wall Street Journal, Apple is working on an electric car project code-named Titan, which may anticipate a future production model.
EyesOn Design Awards at NAIAS 2015
At this year's Detroit Show, the EyesOn Design Awards were won by the new Ford GT, the Buick Avenir Concept received and the 2016 Audi Q7.
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.
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.
Ralph Gilles on the new Chrysler 300S
A video interview by Jean Jennings from Jean Knows Cars, featuring an interview with Chrysler Group Design Office head Ralph Gilles, who gives an overview of the design of the 2015 300S flagship.
Stefan Lamm appointed Head of Exterior Design at SEAT
Stefan Lamm, currently Head of Exterior Design at Ford Europe, has been appointed new Head of Exterior Design at SEAT, replacing Jorge Díez.
BMW celebrates legendary designer Paul Bracq
BMW has produced a video interview with Paul Bracq, legendary designer and artist, BMW head of design from 1971 to 1974 and creator of the iconic 1972 BMW Turbo, the first concept car in the brand's history.
The Panelbeater: the art of Italian Carrozzeria
An evocative video presents the activity of the Brandoli Workshop, specialized in restoring historic Ferraris with the same techniques of the 1950's and 1960's.
SAIC UK Design Directors on future trends and advice for students
Form Trends has published a short interesting interview with SAIC UK Design Director Martin Uhlarik and Global Design Director Anthony Williams-Kenny, who present their vision of the future of automotive design and give some pieces of advice to...
Video: Porsche Design DNA explained
Porsche has released a short clip that gives a brief overview of the main design features of the brand's model line-up
LAST DAY!
CIRCUL-A-THON Design Challenge by SABIC
This competition is open to students and professionals – and asks for their most compelling and futuristic circular designs. $50,000 in prizes are up for grabs!
Deadline for Submissions: April 1st, 2023
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