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ArticlePininfarina CCO on restoring Honda’s first ever concept car
The Honda HP-X has been beautifully restored by Pininfarina, capturing an iconic glimpse in time. But instead of feeling nostalgic, the design team is looking ahead to challenge market convergences
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ArticleCallum predicts Aqua Mist as the colour for 2025
Aqua Mist, Midnight Tide and Neon Riot all come together to create a vibrant but calming colour palette in 2025. Mark Smyth spoke to the team at Callum Designs about their predictions
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ArticleRestomod Jaguar XJS launches amid brand revamp
The same week that Jaguar has launched its new marketing campaign ahead of a complete makeover, TWR has revealed a tribute to the XJS
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ArticleInterior Motives: Nilu27 – Analogue Purism
Sasha Selipanov realises his dream of creating a hypercar with a visceral driving experience
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ArticleCallum revisits stunning C-X75 supercar
Legendary designer Ian Callum describes working on “the one that got away” and the principles of designing for longevity
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ArticleThinking outside the box – how Merck is reshaping CMF exploration
Merck has devised a new story-telling solution that puts the latest trends and technologies on the desk of CMF designers, kickstarting a conversation among various stakeholders and giving solid answers to real problems
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ArticleKarma design bosses reveal the ‘ultimate’ edition of the Revero
Michelle Christensen and Nicholas David share the design story behind the brand’s latest ultra luxury performance coupe
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ArticleQuarterre’s McLaren luggage bridges the gap between automotive and fashion
Branching out into its own branded products for the first time, design firm Quarterre has been instrumental in the development of Schedoni Modena’s new range
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ArticleMercedes furthers Moncler collab with new G-Class
Mercedes-Benz has deepened its relationship with fashion brand Moncler through a new project that has given the iconic G-Class a puffer jacket, among other things. The launch event – and collaboration as a whole – was pushed under the moniker of ‘Past Forward’ through which “the future is driven ...
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ArticleInterview: Cadillac’s CMF chief Laetitia Lopez
At the Paris Auto Show, Cadillac’s CMF manager Laetitia Lopez spoke to Car Design News about material innovation, having a dedicated CMF studio and the diverse nature of her team
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WebinarRegister now: How to prepare for the AI-future in Automotive Design
Watch our CDN webinar with Autodesk, where Autodesk Product Manager for AI in Automotive and Conceptual Design will speak about how to prepare for the AI-future in Automotive Design
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ArticleBio leather and beyond – Brusarosco explores new sustainable solutions
Being truly sustainable is hard to do – and sometimes even harder to prove – but bio-based leather supplier Brusarosco has both bases covered, while still managing to create beautiful and innovative end products for automotive seating, steering wheels and dashboards
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ArticleKnitting the future: Shawmut creates innovative, recyclable suede alternative
Shawmut addresses two key drawbacks of traditional urethane-infused non-woven suedes – sustainability and ease of use – through Neoluxe
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ArticleCMF is a brand differentiator, says Cupra
Francesca Sangalli, head of colour and trim at Cupra, explains how distinct colour themes, finishes and parametric patterns help the brand stand out
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ArticleSwarovski Mobility on ‘the science of creativity’
Crystal is a relatively new material to the automotive industry and design teams looking to bring it in require an experienced partner
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NewsLatest material trends by CNT Factory
CMF experts CNT Factory pick out some groundbreaking projects and materials, including work from BMW and Freitag
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ArticleThe mysterious role of perceived quality in car design
The science of perceived quality ensures a product materialises as intended
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ArticleDesign driven: form follows function with Caterham 620S
Following an earlier experience with the entry-level Super 600, Car Design News gets to know the raucous and hands-on Caterham Seven 620S
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ArticleCar design round-up: Mauer’s anniversary, Nissan’s cool paint and Monterey Car Week
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 news in brief
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WebinarWatch now: Enabling creative innovation in the design studio
Watch our CDN webinar with Autodesk, where Product Managers Phil Botley and Brandon Tasker will be discusing the Agile Design Studio