All articles by Freddie Holmes – Page 2
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ArticleSuper-slim speakers bring revolution to in-car audio
Innovative technology and design exploration has led to a breakthrough in how in-car audio systems can be packaged
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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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ArticleInterview: Brian Balicki, head of design, Volvo Trucks North America
The interior of the new Volvo VNL truck highlights the crossover (and constrast) between commercial vehicle and passenger car design
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ArticleExclusive: Ford team goes rogue to celebrate RS200 anniversary
Ford of Europe’s design team worked secretly to bring the iconic RS200 closer to new, younger audiences. Car Design News visited them in Cologne to find out more
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ArticleRalph Gilles: “The automobile is a statement – a point of pride”
Ralph Gilles discusses design and the Motor City ahead of Car Design Dialogues Detroit on 29 October 2024
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Article“Car design is in Detroit’s DNA”
Ford’s Paul Wraith discusses the importance of design to the Motor City ahead of Car Design Dialogues Detroit on 29 October 2024
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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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ArticleBREAKING: Cupra reveals ‘rebellious’ Terramar SUV
The Spanish brand has thrown a lavish event to celebrate the launch of its new model, a performance SUV that it says is an example of “design following emotion”
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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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ArticleJP Bernal appointed Polestar head of interior design
The popular designer takes the top interiors job at the company alongside his existing work fostering the Polestar Design Community
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ArticleHow does marketing influence car design?
Car Design News investigates how departments beyond the studio influence the final design of a vehicle. This time, it is not engineering, but marketing and product planning under the microscope
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ArticleLooking back on VW’s Potsdam design studio
Car Design News spoke to design bosses past and present plus other notable alumni to find out what Potsdam was like in the glory days – plus the possible reasons behind its closure. Peter Wouda, Thomas Ingenlath, Stefan Sielaff and more offer honest reflections, fond memories and surprising revelations
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ArticleIn pictures: classic G-Wagon reimagined
The ‘Soujourn’ aims to bring a touch of refinement to the original Geländewagen
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ArticleMy Life in 5 Objects: Amko Leenarts
Amko Leenarts is the design director at Ford of Europe and a board member of Dutch sportscar brand Donkervoort. In this article, he shortlists five objects that hold a special place in his heart (and home) that reflect his love of design
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ArticleLi Auto opens Munich studio
Li Auto has followed other Chinese car brands with the addition of a new Munich design studio
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ArticlePeter Wouda joins SAIC-VW in China
Peter Wouda is taking on a new role at SAIC Volkswagen in China
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ArticleAlpine design boss Antony Villain on the A290
Car Design News caught up with Alpine head of design, Antony Villain, to learn more about the tough second album that was the A290
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ArticleInterview: Alena Gersonde, senior colour and material designer, Mazda
From a spell working as a motorsport journalist to shaping the look and feel of new cars, the German-Italian designer discusses the collaborative aspect of CMF, smart surfaces and transporting European flavours to Japan
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ArticleEx-Mercedes designer reimagines iconic 190E EVO II
With rich experience of working on Mercedes-AMG projects, Edgar Chu jumped at the chance to take on the EVO II project. He tells CDN the challenge was in balancing past and future
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ArticleTyre design: the perfect balance of form and function
Car Design News investigates the principles of tyre design and what room for innovation remains