RENAULT CLIO, HI-TECH SCULPTURE
"The mission of this project? To transform a hero into a superhero." This is how Laurens van den Acker encapsulates the Renault design team’s approach to the sixth generation of the Clio, launched [...]
LEXUS, A RANGE OF CONCEPTS FOR A NEW ERA OF LUXURY
When the Lexus brand was launched in 1989, the world of high-end cars was dominated by large sedans. Over time, that status symbol image has been overshadowed by the dominance of SUVs, and [...]
LAMBORGHINI, A “MANIFESTO” FOR THE FUTURE
“It's a sculpture to be admired, it's like a spaceship.” Mitja Borkert comments on the fascinating volumes of the Concept Manifesto, a research model with which he and his design team explore new [...]
DACIA HIPSTER, AN ALTERNATIVE VISION
An alternative vision, a different product that takes up the idea of the European “E-Car,” which should give a boost to the automotive sector in the coming years. The Dacia Hipster Concept offers [...]
GFG STYLE PERALTA S, SHEER AUDACITY
Giugiaro says it was an act of courage. Because when he proposed to Carlos Peralta that he create an exclusive supercar, even he could not have imagined such an extraordinary outcome. It was [...]
JEEP COMPASS, GLOBAL DESIGN WORK
The most seriously American brand in the Stellantis portfolio, Jeep has become a symbol of cross-continental collaboration, linking the automotive powerhouses of Detroit and Turin in a unique design partnership. This is why [...]
KATHARINA SACHS, VOLVO: A SOLID FOUNDATION
Never before has Auto&Design collected so much evidence from car design managers on how important it is to continue to create physical models. We had further confirmation of this from Katharina Sachs, a [...]
KIA CONCEPT EV2, PICNIC IN THE CITY
‘The Concept EV2 anticipates the most compact model in our EV range. A versatile vehicle, a compact and agile SUV that expresses an innovative and adventurous character, unlocking potential for an active urban [...]
VOLVO EX90 AND XC90, FLAGSHIPS ON THE ROAD
A large diagonally weave grille and a closed front crossed by a single, unmistakable, transversal section. Equally identifying headlights thanks to the "Thor's hammer", but in two interpretations, one better known although restyled, [...]
INTERVIEW TO CHEN ZHENG – GEELY DESIGN FORUM
The International Automotive Design Forum organized by Geely Design at the end of the year has become a reference event for Chinese car design and for the entire sector worldwide. After the 2023 [...]