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Concept Recharge Previews Next-Generation Volvo Electric Cars

Eric Gallina — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Volvo Cars is showcasing the potential of electric platforms and its next-generation electric vehicles with the Concept Recharge. The five-door SUV’s dedicated EV architecture enables the hood and roofline to be lower than current SUVs – thanks to its floor-mounted battery modules – while the longer wheelbase and minimal overhangs amplify space within the cabin. Highlights include the modern interpretation of the Thors hammer headlamps, which open to reveal a set of high-definition units that better illuminate the road at […]

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Geely Explores New Design Philosophy with Vision Starburst Concept

Eric Gallina — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 08:05:00 +0000

Geely Design Shanghai has shown a new concept car derived from the Chinese carmaker’s ‘Expanding Cosmos’ design philosophy. The Vision Starburst is said to have been created to explore a new and alternative expression of the design philosophy that Geely Auto will harness for future models. “The Expanding Cosmos philosophy serves as a constant inspiration for our designers to discover a new and holistic design language that satisfies our ever-expanding and increasingly diverse range of customers,” says Geely Design Shanghai […]

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Lexus LF-Z Electrified Concept Design Review

Eric Gallina — Tue, 11 May 2021 09:00:00 +0000

The Lexus LF-Z Electrified concept is a preview of a future model from the Toyota-owned Japanese premium brand. The concept is interesting for a number of reasons: it shows Lexus is targeting driving enjoyment for its future vehicle lineup; it previews a new, softer design aesthetic for the brand; and it showcases the company’s technology push. Eric Gallina and Sam Livingstone discuss its design attributes.

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Audi A6 E-Tron Concept Design Review

Eric Gallina — Fri, 07 May 2021 08:00:00 +0000

The Audi A6 E-Tron concept revealed at the 2021 Shanghai auto show previews a future mainstream sedan from Ingolstadt. Eric Gallina and Sam Livingstone discuss its design attributes. For more depth read the full story on the Audi A6 E-Tron concept here

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Audi A6 E-Tron Concept Previews Brand’s New Electric Sedan

Eric Gallina — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 08:02:00 +0000

The Audi A6 E-Tron concept is the second fully electrified sedan shown by Ingolstadt and, as its name suggests, previews a future A6-class four-door that will ride on Audi’s PPE architecture. Shown at the Shanghai show, the concept showcases a number of technology innovations but is regrettably devoid of an interior. The Sportback nomenclature can be traced back to the first A7, which was designed under the direction of Walter de ’Silva (whose eponymous consultancy is also debuting a new […]

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Designer Envisions TOGG One Concept for Nascent Turkish Brand

Eric Gallina — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Many designers have taken advantage of working from home to develop and fine-tune some personal projects. Perhaps it’s because progress on some of their own work-related programs has stalled or been cancelled; perhaps it’s all the time they’re saving from not commuting to the studio. Either way, it’s great to see projects like these come to the fore. This latest is the TOGG One concept from Turkish Volvo designer Berk Keskin. Keskin shared his vision for a future TOGG One […]

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Porsche Cyacan Could be a Worthy Successor to the 918 Spyder

Eric Gallina — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +0000

The Porsche Cyacan is a concept proposal created by Dalibor Vidojkovic, a senior exterior designer for Mercedes-AMG in Stuttgart, Germany. The project was created entirely independently during the Covid-19 lockdown period while Vidojkovic battled a heavy illness. Made possible with the help of Piline Engineering gmbh & Co KG., the Porsche Cyacan is a pure styling concept based on a typical mid-engine hybrid sports car package. The project was intended to celebrate styling, speed and strength while envisioning the design […]

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Genesis X Concept Pushes Tradition Forward with a Twist

Eric Gallina — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000

This is the new Genesis X Concept, an electric grand touring car with extreme presence. Unveiled in Los Angeles, California, the concept previews a forthcoming flagship electric car and appears to be more production-ready than the 2018 Essentia concept. In the late-2000s, when electric and alternatively powered cars started bursting onto the scene in earnest, the trending topic was whether these new propulsion systems needed to be cloaked in a new design language to showcase their alternative powertrains. While some […]

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Toyota Aygo X Prologue – Spicy Concept Preview of New A-Segment Model

Eric Gallina — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 09:05:00 +0000

Toyota is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its ED2 (Toyota European Design Development) facility in southern France this year. As part of the celebration, the company has debuted a new A-segment vehicle, which will become the fourth generation Aygo when it launches next year. Called the Toyota Aygo X Prologue, the prototype vehicle showcases a new aesthetic that is very much in the Toyota vein. We spoke to ED2 President Ian Cartabiano to find out more. “The [Aygo X Prologue] […]

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Dacia Design Director Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos on the Dacia Bigster Concept

Eric Gallina — Thu, 14 Jan 2021 12:25:00 +0000

Groupe Renault is making some big announcements today! Besides the Renault 5 Prototype, the Group also unveiled the Dacia Bigster Concept, a C-segment SUV created under the direction of new Design Director Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos. The Bigster Concept measures 4.6m in length and is an exterior-only model, which is no surprise given its four-month development time. It has a very robust aesthetic with sculpted surfaces, pronounced fenders and – save for its very technical lighting – no unnecessary ornamentation. I’ve always […]

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Renault Design Director Gilles Vidal on the Design of the Renault 5 Prototype

Eric Gallina — Thu, 14 Jan 2021 09:00:00 +0000

French carmaker Renault is resurrecting the iconic R5 nameplate in a new contemporary, electric vehicle design scheduled to reach series production. The Renault 5 Prototype is the first step in the company’s mission to reconnect with its heritage. Lead by new Design Director Gilles Vidal, the Renault 5 Prototype pays homage to its ancestor (designed by Michel Boué) with a modern twist and a lot more technical content. The exterior design features numerous references to the original 5 in the […]

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GAC Moca Concept Showcases Individualization and Technology

Eric Gallina — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 10:00:00 +0000

GAC Moca concept showcases the design team’s vision for individualization possibilities. And it looks like the Chinese carmaker’s team is having a whole lot of fun!

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