Car Body Design - News

Mazda Souga Concept

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:00:00 +0100

The Mazda Souga is a design study of a two-seater sports coupé for the year 2030, with a design characterized by experimental shapes. The car is created in an imaginary virtual playground called VMAzda and produced through a Direct Digital Manufacturing process.

Porsche Boxter Spyder

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:00:00 +0100

At the Los Angeles Motor Show Porsche will unveilel the Boxter Spyder, a special version of the roadster with a light soft top, reduced weight and sporty suspension setup. It will go on sale in 2010 with a base price of 53,000 Euros excluded taxes.

Honda Helix Concept

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:00:00 +0100

Honda's entry for the LA Design Challenge is the Helix Concept, a vehicle that interfaces with the driver's DNA thanks to advanced adaptive polymers and offers three configurations, for large cities, congested urban environments and high speed travels.

GM Car Hero

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:15:00 +0100

The GM Car Hero is a futuristic vehicle aimed at offering the driver an experience very similar to the racing videogames: it provides features that entertain and challenge the driver's skills and can change its configuration to become a single seater.

Nissan Light Commercial EV sketch

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:50:00 +0100

Nissan has released a concept preview sketch of a light commercial electric vehicle. The low-cost van is based on the NV200 and could be launched worldwide as a mass market model after 2012.

Ferrari "Non Solo Rosse" Exhibition

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:00:00 +0100

The Maranello-based Galleria Ferrari is hosting "Non Solo Rosse", an exhibition dedicated to the story and evolution of colors in the brand's history, not only limited to the iconic Ferrari Red. The show displays several one-off models and will be open until 30 April 2010.

Audi eOra and eSpira Concepts

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:10:00 +0100

Presented at the LA Design Challenge 2009, the Audi eOra and eSpira concepts are two futuristic vehicles focused on freedom and agility that can be controlled through small body movements.

LA Design Challenge 2009

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:35:00 +0100

Scheduled for next 3 December 2009, the 2009 edition of the Design Challenge, hosted at the Los Angeles Auto Show, is based on the theme "Youthmobile 2030" which explores the role of the automobile in the year 2030 for the future generation of young drivers.

Rally Fighter debuts at SEMA Show

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:00:00 +0100

At the SEMA Show Local Motors has unveiled the prototype of the Rally Fighter, the off-road racer developed in just 15 months through the innovative crowdsourcing design process. The four-seater car is powered by a BMW 3.0 liter diesel engine and will go on sale on summer 2010.

Aston Martin Rapide: image gallery

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:15:00 +0100

A new set of official pictures released by Aston Martin for its 4-door flagship Rapide model. The gallery includes exterior and interior studio shots. Powered by a 6.0 liter V12 engine, the Rapide will be launched in early 2010.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi preview

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:30:00 +0100

Ferrari has released preview images and information on the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi theme park which is set to open in 2010. Among the features is the 200,000 square meters red roof inspired by the double curve side profile of the Ferrari GT body with the largest “prancing horse” emblem in the world.

Mitsubishi Compact Crossover: preview sketch

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:10:00 +0100

Mitsubishi has announced the introduction of its all-new Compact Crossover, previewed by a design sketch and based on the 2007 Concept-cX. The car will go on sale on February 2010 and will be focused on eco-friendly technologies.

Volkswagen NMS: preview sketches

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:10:00 +0100

Volkswagen has released a new design sketch of the upcoming sedan model, currently known as NMS (New Midsize Sedan), which could replace the Passat and go on sale in the US market as a 2012 model.

Fiat-Chrysler Concepts by IED

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:00:00 +0100

Turin-based IED has presented the results of a project developed in partnership with Fiat Styling Center. The second year students were asked to create cars that would combine the core values of the Fiat and Chrysler brands.

Kia Design Artworks

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:50:00 +0100

At the 2009 Gwangju Design Biennale (South Korea) 'Kia Design Artworks' showcases concepts and ideas created by the company's Advanced Design Team and based on a wide range of themes and materials. The exhibition will be open until 4 November 2009.

Porsche Design Calendar 2010

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:00:00 +0100

Porsche has published the range of calendars for 2010, including a style-themed calendar entitled "Designed 4 Ambition", created by Porsche designers from the Development Centre and focused on the new Panamera. It will be printed in a limited edition of 4,000 copies.

Audi A5 wins Germany's Design Award

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:10:00 +0100

The Audi A5 Coupé has won the 2010 Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany. The ceremony will take place in Frankfurt on February 2010. We take this occasion to publish a number of exterior and interior design sketches of the model.

Lexus LFA

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 21:00:00 +0100

Lexus has unveiled the production version of its LFA supercar, which is powered by a mid-front 4.8 liter V10 engine with 560 hp and is based on a hybrid CFRP/aluminum structure. First deliveries are scheduled for the end of 2010.

Saab 9-5 Sedan: updates

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:25:00 +0100

New images and design sketches of the Saab 9-5 Sedan, the new flagship that will make its US premiere at the Miami Motor Show. Among the highlights are the clean Scandinavian design language and the driver-focused cabin with a head-up information display.

Volkswagen Golf Variant

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:00:00 +0100

Volkswagen has presented the estate version of the sixth generation Golf, that follows the three- and five-doors and the Plus model. The design features the typical dynamic front end of the latest VW models combined with a more conventional profile and rear end.

TVR Artemis Concept

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0100

The TVR Artemis is a design study of a modern electric sportscar powered by in-wheel motors and inspired by the DNA of the brand. The author is design graduate Niels van Roij from the Netherlands.

Suzusho Supasse V

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:00:00 +0100

At the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show Japanese kit car maker Suzusho is presenting the Supasse V, a lightweight 2-seater coupé powered by a Mazda-derived 2.3 turbo engine delivering 270 hp. The design is inspired by British and Italian sportscars.

Peugeot RCZ

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0100

The official images and information on the Peugeot RCZ, the production sportscar presented at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. It will go on sale in spring 2010 and will feature the main design elements of the original concept, including the double bubble roof and the aluminum roof arches.

Laurenz Schaffer is new President of BMW DesignworksUSA

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0100

Laurenz Schaffer has been appointed President of the California-based BMW Group subsidiary DesignworksUSA, effective 1 December 2009. He will succeed Verena Kloos who will be responsible for Design Strategy and Advance Development at the Munich headquerters.

Chrysler at SEMA 2009

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0100

At the 2009 SEMA Show Chrysler will showcase four Mopar image vehicles, including a 556-hp Dodge Challenger, a Jeep Wrangler that transforms into a mobile campsite, a luxury Dodge Ram 1500 and an extreme Jeep Wrangler with 40-inch tires.