Car Body Design - News

Skoda Superb Combi

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:05:00 +0100

Skoda has launched the Superb Combi, the estate version of its flagship. The model features a dynamic look, high loading capacity and an electrically controlled rear door. We report the first information together with the official design sketches.

Audi A8 preview

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:45:00 +0100

The new Audi A8 will be unveiled on next 30 November during the Design Miami event, which will be opened from 2 to 5 December 2009. The flagship will be on display at the Audi Pavillion, which will host a vernissage titled "The Art of Progress".

Rally Fighter Custom Car Skins Competition

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:30:00 +0100

The Rally Fighter Custom Skin competition asks graphic designers to create original designs that can be applied to the body of the Rally Fighter through vinyl wraps. The submission deadline is next Wedneday 18 November 2009.

Bentley Design charity art auction

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:15:00 +0100

Bentley Motors has organized a charity auction of individual art pieces created by the carmaker's Design Team. The collection includes brush paintings,digital artworks, photograps and sculptures, which use both traditional and contemporary styles.

Bugatti Galibier 16C Concept: design images

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:15:00 +0100

Autoblog has published some new information on the Bugatti 16C Galibier, the four-door that will enter production from 2012. The article includes a set of design sketches and the first impressions on the exterior and interior style.

New Volvo S60: first images

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:30:00 +0100

Volvo has released the first images of the new S60 model, the dynamic four-door sedan based on the S60 Concept unveiled at Detroit and set to debut at Geneva 2010. Among the innovative features is the Pedestrian Detection system.

Toyota Link Concept

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +0100

The Toyota Link is a design study of an affordable personal mobility vehicle targeted to the students of the year 2030. Among the features are the possibility of interconnecting two vehicles and downloading new skins to transform the car's exterior.

GM at SEMA Show 2009

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:10:00 +0100

At the 2009 SEMA Show GM has presented five special versions of the Chevrolet Camaro that showcase the customization possibilities of the muscle car. The Group has also on display the Corvette Grand Sport, a Silverado concept and two special Hummer models.

Nissan V2G [UNLMTD]

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:00:00 +0100

Presented at the LA Design Challenge 2009, the Nissan V2G Concept (Vehicle-to-Grid) is a vision of a future Electric Vehicle designed for a high-speed network which also offers many personalization opportunities to creative young customers.

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.