All articles by Rufus Thompson – Page 2
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College Exhibition: Lawrence Technological University 2013
Matt EashFord Sponsored Project - Ford ExceedThe Ford Exceed is designed as the first autonomous vehicle from Ford Motor Company. This front-wheel drive electric C-segment vehicle was designed with the commuter in mind. Its aero-efficient body allows it to reach speeds of 150mph, it is the first in a new ...
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College Exhibition: Lawrence Technological University 2013
Colin BonathanFord Sponsored Project - 2025 RS3000Bonathan's Ford is designed to represent a leap forward in rally technology. Designed for the year 2025, it is an EV which is supported by a large solar panel under the glass of the cockpit. Power is transmitted to all four wheels through a ...
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College Exhibition: Lawrence Technological University 2013
Fourth, third and second year Transportation Design students from the Lawrence Technological University (LTU) in Detroit, Michigan have showcased their 2013 projects, forming the sixth annual degree show at the US college. The latest talent from the university developed some innovative and interesting designs, accompanied by high-quality sketches and conception ...
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Be our 10,000th Facebook fan and win a six-month subscription!
With our Facebook page's 'Like' count continuing to rise, we're rapidly approaching the magic 10,000 mark. To celebrate we're offering a free six-month subscription to Car Design News to our 10,000th fan.
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Audi to hold Urban Future Summit
Aiming to further the thinking initiated at the inaugural Urban Future Awards last year, 2011 will see Audi hold the Urban Future Summit on September 12 in Frankfurt, just prior to the start of the 64th international motor show.
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Subaru Canada reveals ‘Driving Confidence’ contest winners
Subaru Canada has revealed the top three designs from its ‘Driving Confidence' competition.
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Jaguar Land Rover lands Nokia's Damien Dinning
Jaguar Land Rover has acquired the services of Nokia's chief imaging head Damien Dinning, who it hopes will advance its connected car systems.
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Bertone to celebrate 100th anniversary with Nuccio concept
Bertone will introduce its new Nuccio concept car at the Geneva Motor Show as it celebrates its 100th anniversary.
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Hiriko folding car: The solution to urban car sharing? [w/video]
The Hiriko Driving Mobility Group has moved into the manufacturing trial of its two-seater electric microcar, which it hopes will offer a new car-sharing program that will transform the way we travel around our cities.
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ArticleCar Design Awards China 2012 winners announced
The third annual Car Design Awards China competition came to an end earlier this evening as the winners of the 10 categories were announced along with the nomination for 2012 Student Designer of the Year - Xiao Hangjie, a student at Hunan University.
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Car Design Awards China 2012 winners announced - 2
Best Lifestyle DesignSponsor: Alcantara‘Camper’ by Fang Siyuan and Li Zhaoyu, tutored by Qiao Nan, Zhengzhou University of Light Industry
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Dassault Systèmes Design Challenge finalists announced
Anne Asensio and a team of expert judges have chosen the three finalists of the Dassault Systèmes Design Challenge 2012.
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BMW DesignworksUSA to revamp Singapore Airlines
BMW DesignworksUSA has been set the task of developing Singapore Airlines' new First Class seats and cabin interior.
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Webinars: Listen again to Autodesk 'Automotive visualization, new quality standards in Virtual Prototyping'
Autodesk presented its latest Webinar, 'Automotive visualization, new quality standards in Virtual Prototyping', on 11 April.
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Fabrizio Giugiaro conferred honorary doctorate
Fabrizio Giugiaro, Co-Chairman and Styling Director of Italdesign Giugiaro, has been given an honorary Doctorate by the Georgian Technical University (GTU) for his achievements in the fields of architecture and the technology and design of the automobile as well as his support in the creation and promotion of the institution's ...
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Rolls-Royce reveals first Wraith teaser
Rolls-Royce has released the first teaser image of the its upcoming Wraith coupé.
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Original 'Panthermobile' and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang replica up for auction
The rare original ‘Pink Panther' car, one of the most iconic vehicles in movie and television history, will be put up for auction for only the second time alongside a replica of the widely-recognizable Chitty Chitty Bang Bang vehicle.
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Motortrend examines making of Kia’s Track’ster concept
Motortrend has included a comprehensive step-by-step guide exploring the process through which Kia built its Track'ster concept car in its April edition.
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Who's Where: Dimitri Vicedomini joins Brilliance Automotive as Design Director
Dimitri Vicedomini has joined Brilliance Automotive as its Design Director, following his previous position as Chief Designer at Pininfarina.
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Citroën to unveil flagship model in Beijing
Citroën has released two teaser images for a new luxury flagship model to be unveiled at the Beijing motor show next month, as part of its efforts to reposition the brand further upmarket with its DS model range.