Issue no. 270 summary
Cover story Hyundai Ioniq 9, space and high-tech
Three years ago, when Hyundai presented the Seven concept in Los Angeles, there was talk of a taste of what in the electric world of the Korean company would soon be an imposing Ioniq 7, to be placed alongside the already existing Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6. But that exercise in style and design was so successful that Seven became Nine… by Fabio Galvano
Design story Ferrari F80, state of the art in motion
Four years seem a short time to design an immortal car, but when the pencils are those of Flavio Manzoni and his team then anything becomes possible. The Ferrari F80 expresses the concept of versatility at its best: it is, at the same time, a car, a super technological product and a cult object for enthusiasts… by Edoardo Nastri
Interview Gerry McGovern/Jaguar, beyond automotive
They definitely saw it coming. The Jaguar revolution – with new logo hinting at a product design brand and a concept car stunning in its extreme proportions and audacious styling – marks a break with the past and has set tongues wagging … by Silvia Baruffaldi
Design story Lynk & Co 02, efficiency and appeal
Double name for the Lynk & Co car designed in Gothenburg, Sweden, produced in China and presented as the brand’s first electric car to tackle the European market where the 01 plug-in hybrid is already being marketed…by Fabio Galvano
Design story Suzuki eVitara, dual personality
Sho-Sho-Kei-Tan-Bi”. To define the design approach used for its first global BEV model, a brand as deeply rooted in Japanese culture as Suzuki could only express the concept in its mother tongue. Presenting the world première of the e Vitara in Milan…by Silvia Baruffaldi
Interview Jean-Pierre Ploué, when passion meets work
He supervises and coordinates the design of eight automotive brands, but is also a classic car fan and an expert on Burgundy wines. Jean-Pierre Ploué, 62, is Stellantis Chief Design Officer and claims that any career is meaningless “where passion is wanting”…by Edoardo Nastri
Design story Geely Galaxy Starship 7 EM-i, design for a better life
Design is the external expression of a brand’s identity and its technology. The advancement of plug-in hybrid technology has significantly increased travel distance to over 1,400 kilometers, but it has also brought a number of design challenges…
Design story Mini Aceman, charismatic tradition
It takes courage to rework the lines of timeless models. And the designers at the Mini style centre know this only too well: “Our cars follow technological evolution, they change, they update in content and form, but they always remain strongly recognisable”, explains Thomas Sycha…by Edoardo Nastri
Brand design Citroën, disruptive simplicity
Citroën boasts over a century of visionary history in the name of innovation and originality in every area, from technology to communication and, in particular, design. Only such a brand could come up with a concept car like the Oli, a courageously unconventional experiment that is influencing the…by Silvia Baruffaldi
Design trends Outdoor, reconnecting with nature
In South Korea it’s known as Chabak, in theUnited States and Europe it has a growing fan base and, given the latest innovations from the car manufacturers, is beginning to shape the preferences of consumers in their choice of car. The ‘outdoor’ trend whereby models are transformed with kits and accessories into small travelling homes is now… by Edoardo Nastri
Surfaces&Design Mercedes-Benz Manufaktur, artisanal intelligence
Shrouded in the mists of Sindelfingen, not far from Stuttgart, within the Star’s largest industrial complex, lies a kaleidoscopic weapon to captivate the market for excellence. As standards rise and wealthy customers wish to… by Silvio jr Suppa
Design story Renault 4 E-Tech Electric, volume and velvet
While the successful R5 takes us right back to the legacy of charm and charisma of the 1972 three-door of the same name, the project aimed at re-evoking its sister R4 evokes a more nuanced vision. “The idea was to reverse the historical positioning…by Silvio jr Suppa
Design story Ford Capri, electric rebirth
This is not the first time Ford has revisited and updated one of its sports cars from the past. Dragging a model into the modern age often means turning it into an SUV, perhaps an electric one. This is now happening with the Capri, a historic coupe that comes to market in the form of a crossover with sleek lines and a zero-emission powertrain…by Francesco Barontini
Boat&Design Trends yacht & car design, does it all start with the interior?
More than a tale of two, it is a three-way relationship. Car Design and Yacht Design: it may sound awkward but if you want to connect the two worlds, whilst analysing the current scenario, you need to include a third guest, Interior Design…by Luca Sordelli
School IAAD, transportation design hub
Experience may give security, but the ability to evolve and the drive for innovation open the door to the future. This awareness at IAAD. – Istituto d’Arte Applicata e Design guides not only the educational proposal, but also the global approach to design …by Marta Cinti