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    Klaus Busse on design, tech and the beast of Modena

    2024-12-27T11:22:00Z

    Car Design News paid a visit to Centro Stile to catch up with Klaus Busse, design director at Maserati, and to see the beast of Modena 

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    Honda and Nissan confirm merger talks

    2024-12-23T17:22:00Z

    The implications for design are not immediately clear, and although a merger is significant, it continues a wider trend for industry consolidation 

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    First Sight: Nio launches new Firefly brand

    2024-12-23T09:25:00Z

    Nio has unveiled new brand Firefly with a B-segment vehicle featuring a European-led design, a distinctive look, and iconic ambitions. Toby Clarke was there for CDN to speak with senior VP of design Kris Tomasson

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    CDN’s Christmas cracker for 2024

    2024-12-19T16:22:00Z

    Car Design News writers list their favourite moments of 2024 and Christmas wishes for 2025 

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    Make Lancia great again

    2024-12-18T11:57:00Z

    Brutalist architecture, classic italian furniture and bold geometry are the nucleus of Lancia’s revival. Car Design News paid a visit to Centro Stile to hear from new design boss – and brand super fan – Gianni Colonello 

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    Live panel discussion: The future of German automotive design

    2024-12-18T00:32:00Z

    Register now for our virtual live panel discussion ”The future of German automotive design: a new era in innovation and sustainability”  broadcast from Munich, where we will explore the challenges of balancing heritage with the demands of modern mobility, the impact of sustainability on design ethos, and the increasing role of collaboration with suppliers to drive innovation. 

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    Car design round-up: Nilu, Jidu, Renault, Rolls

    2024-12-13T16:29:00Z

    Car Design News looks at some of the design stories that may have gone under the radar over the past week. Read on for the latest from Renault, Jidu and more…

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    “This concept is not just one of those empty show cars”

    2024-12-10T10:39:00Z

    The breathtaking Mazda Iconic SP concept might be into production. We hope. Car Design News caught up with Mazda’s design manager Masashi Nakayama to hear more

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    CDN People Awards 2024 winners revealed

    2024-12-05T23:30:00Z

    Who were the winners at the third edition of the CDN People Awards?

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    Jaguar takes a bold leap with concept Type 00

    2024-12-03T01:00:00Z

    Jaguar sparked controversy with its rebrand, but will its new concept, the Vision Type 00, silence its critics? Mark Smyth attended an exclusive preview with the design team

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    Register now: Perceived quality in car design: creativity, consistency and craftsmanship

    2024-12-02T17:32:00Z

    Perceived quality experts collaborate across teams to transform innovative ideas into flawless execution, creating cars that captivate buyers and foster long-term brand loyalty. Join us to dive deeper into the best practices, strategies and nuances of perceived quality 

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    Register now: Be safe, be seen: the future of automotive lighting

    2024-11-30T15:37:00Z

    Join us for an exclusive livestream exploring the evolving role of automotive lighting in a world of increasing complexity.  We’ll delve into the latest regulations and safety standards shaping light design, discuss how lighting contributes to brand identity and builds consumer trust, and examine the cutting-edge technologies poised to revolutionize the industry. From enhancing safety to creating unique brand signatures, this livestream will provide valuable insights into the future of automotive lighting.

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    Ford’s superfast SuperTruck

    2024-11-26T16:27:00Z

    With a design process as speedy as the end result itself, Ford’s design team leaned into its digital design expertise and team spirit to create the SuperTruck, which scaled Pike’s Peak 11 seconds quicker than its nearest rival

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    Jaguar rebrands, annoys people

    2024-11-25T15:48:00Z

    From what Car Design News has seen, the new Jaguar is going to be a good deal better than the baffling rebrand. However, as a fan of the marque there is such a thing as bad publicity, writes CDN editor James McLachlan

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    Register now: Sculpted by air? Balancing aerodynamics and aesthetics in car design

    2024-11-21T16:07:00Z

    Join us for an exclusive livestream exploring the fascinating interplay of aerodynamics and aesthetics in automotive design. We’ll delve into the reasons behind the visual similarities among many EVs, discuss innovative strategies for boosting range while maintaining unique brand identities, and explore the critical role of wind tunnels in the design process. We’ll also examine the resurgence of boxy designs and speculate on the future of aerodynamic aesthetics in the electric vehicle era.

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    Interior Motives: Nilu27 – Analogue Purism

    2024-11-19T12:31:00Z

    Sasha Selipanov realises his dream of creating a hypercar with a visceral driving experience

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    Register now: User-first: how the car industry is adopting human-centric design

    2024-11-11T16:14:00Z

    Join us for an exclusive livestream exploring how the automotive industry is prioritising the human experience in vehicle design.  We’ll delve into how lessons from product design, public transit, and Big Tech are influencing automotive interiors and user interfaces. We’ll discuss innovative approaches to gathering customer feedback through workshops and leveraging connected car data to personalize the driving experience. Finally, we’ll examine how the rise of electric and autonomous vehicles is pushing the boundaries of ergonomics and redefining the very concept of “in-car experience.”

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    Scout reveals two concepts in long-awaited debut

    2024-11-01T13:50:00Z

    Rugged SUV and pickup truck concepts revitalise a storied American brand. Head of design Chris Benjamin gives Laura Burstein the details 

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    BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe gets a makeover

    2024-10-22T08:35:00Z

    The second generation has been pared back inside and out, reducing visual clutter and bringing what the design team see as more of a traditional BMW look and feel 

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    Register now: Master of none: how to create agile muti-skilled design teams

    2024-10-18T16:35:00Z

    Join us for an exclusive livestream exploring the evolving dynamics of automotive design teams. We’ll delve into how the traditional boundaries between exterior, interior, and CMF (Color, Materials, Finish) design are blurring and how to build agile teams that can effectively navigate this changing landscape. We’ll discuss strategies for fostering creativity and encouraging risk-taking within the design process while balancing speed and quality. Finally, we’ll explore the qualities that define successful design leaders and the expectations of today’s top design talent in the automotive industry.