All articles by Rufus Thompson – Page 19
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Thomas Ingenlath: Volvo Concept C to end 'vanilla' design era [w/Video]
Volvo has promised a radical change in its future design language that will be embodied in its Concept C coupé, the first concept to be developed since head of design Thomas Ingenlath's appointment in July 2012.
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Clay modeler turns steel sculptor in new exhibition
A GM Holden clay modeler who has used his skills to transform scrap metal into over 400 works of art will display his creations at an new exhibition in Melbourne, Australia.
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class previewed in new video, images [w/Video]
Mercedes-Benz has given us the first look at its next-generation C-Class, the W205, in a new video and interior photos.
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2014 Michelin Challenge Design finalists announced
Michelin has announced the 15 finalists of the 2014 Michelin Challenge Design, themed ‘Driven/Undriven: The Duality of Tomorrow's Automobile'. Their work will be showcased in January at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit.
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LTU students design SRG Global-branded vehicle
Lawrence Technological University's (LTU) Daniel Kangas has received a Coach Builder Design Award after winning a semester-long design competition. The contest - sponsored by chrome-plated plastic parts manufacturer SRG Global - challenged LTU students to design a SRG Global-branded vehicle that incorporated the company's products, as well as future technologies ...
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IDSA's 3D-printed car design contest gets underway
Aspiring designers have the chance to see their 3D-printed car designs launched down a miniature model of a ski jump and crash in the Launch Day 2013 competition due to take place at the 2013 IDSA conference, which runs from 21-24 August.
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Subaru's Levorg concept set for Tokyo
Subaru has revealed the first teaser images of its Levorg tourer concept ahead of its unveiling at next month's Tokyo Motor Show.
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International artists give Volvo XC60 a makeover
A 2014 Volvo XC60 was given a makeover at the third annual Volvo Art Session in Zurich, Switzerland, by a team of international artists.
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Volvo picks up Red Dot Design Award for new connectivity system
Volvo's Sensus Connected Touch connectivity system with the world's first voice-activated integrated Spotify connection has been awarded a 2013 Red Dot Design Award.
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'Concept Cars by Bertone' 2014 Degler Calendar out now
‘Concept Cars by Bertone' is the theme of the 2014 Degler Calendar by automotive photographer Pitor Degler Jablonski, which showcases some of the most important and unique prototypes designed by the coachbuilder.
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Who's Where: Richard Ferlazzo appointed GM Australia design director
Richard Ferlazzo has been appointed General Motors Australia design director. Taking up the position from 1 September, he will report directly to executive director international operations design Michael Simcoe and also GM Holden chairman and managing director Mike Devereux.
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Volvo Concept XC Coupé shows how new design language translates to SUVs
Volvo's Concept CX Coupé has been revealed in a set of images ahead of its debut at January's North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit.
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What's the difference between styling and design? [w/Video]
2953 Analytics' managing director Jim Hall explains the subtle but important difference between design and styling in a video from Autoline.tv.
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Australian Automotive Industry Design Night announced
The Australian Auto Industry Design Night is set to take place on 28 June despite the surprise cancellation of the Melbourne motor show.
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Michelin Challenge Design 2014 winners revealed
The winners of the Michelin Challenge Design 2014 have just been revealed at a private event in Detroit's Renaissance Center following the first press day of the NAIAS. Chris Luchowiec of Poland was awarded first place for his ‘BOT' design, a completely autonomous transportation solution for relatively low populated areas. ...
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Help Kickstart this book of 75 top designers' innermost thoughts
New material from interviews with over 75 of the world's most talented designers of all disciplines will feature in a new book from the maker of the design documentaries 'Helvetica', 'Objectified' and 'Urbanized'.
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SAIC Roewe-MG Cup design competition winners announced
The results of SAIC's Roewe-MG Cup design competition are in, with East China Normal University student Sun Jiajun taking top honors with his 850 Celebration concept.
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BMW's Domagoj Dukec on the 4 Series Convertible [w/Video]
BMW's head of exterior design Domagoj Dukec has explained how the 4 Series Convertible's design sets it apart from the 3 Series in a new video.
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Video: GM's Frank Saucedo, Niki Smart and Gael Buzyn on the Elmiraj concept
GM director advanced design Frank Saucedo features in a new video explaining the design process behind the new Elmiraj concept.
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Johnson Controls engineer presents 'Driven Mavens' free design tutorial videos
Free online video tutorials on the car design process are being presented on an interactive blog launched by a Johnson Controls lead engineer.