VW Design gets a new leader. Porsche Design leader, Michael Mauer. This will be good for VW. MICHAEL MAUER NEW HEAD OF VOLKSWAGEN GROUP DESIGN Home/NEWS/MICHAEL MAUER NEW HEAD OF VOLKSWAGEN GROUP DESIGN Image Unavailable, Please Login Michael Mauer is the new head of design at the Volkswagen Group. The German designer as of 1 January 2023 will replace Klaus Zyciora, who is leaving the company to take up duties outside the German group, Volkswagen explained in a statement. Michael Mauer will also retain his position as head of Porsche Design. “Klaus has demonstrated his skills as an excellent designer, strong team leader and forward-thinking creative for more than 30 years,” said Oliver Blume, CEO of the Volkswagen Group. “Working with his team, he has defined Volkswagen’s design and strengthened our brands for the future. We would like to thank Klaus Zyciora for everything he has done and wish him all the best for the future.” Image Unavailable, Please Login Klaus Zyciora Klaus Zyciora has worked on a very broad portfolio of models: among others, Golf generations VI to VIII and the entire new ID family of electric cars. The German designer began his career at Volkswagen as Interior Designer in 1989, became Head of Interior Design in 2000 and Head of Exterior Design in 2002. In 2007 he assumed the position of Executive Director of Volkswagen Design and led a team of more than 600 designers. In 2020, he became Head of Design of the Volkswagen Group. Michael Mauer began his career at Mercedes-Benz in 1986, holding various positions until 2000, including projects for the A-Class, SLK and SL as well as the design centre for Smart. He moved to Saab as Executive Design Director in 2000 and became Head of Advanced Design at General Motors Europe in 2003. He has been Director of the Porsche Style Centre since 2004 and is responsible for the styling of the 2007 Porsche Cayenne, Panamera, 918 Spyder, 911 and Taycan electrics.
How about this sports fans? Lacerate your eyeballs? Image Unavailable, Please Login Unconstrained creativity.
These cars are so cool and were way ahead of their time. https://www.hotcars.com/only-real-gearheads-know-about-alfa-romeo-berlina-aerodinamica-tecnica-cars/?fbclid=IwAR3eBQKCF6kdmkydwrTNaeXGrXwMLwN4wcMYEzickoioqXlXAS5LeJ8Psd0
Way back in the dark ages (early 1990's), the entire line up was displayed at Concorso Italiano/Carmel. Spent 3 hours up close & personal, even getting to sit in a couple of them. Way cool!
Is the car underneath that pointy body kit the Japanese one that looked like a melting aquatic creature? If so, what a weird starting point to say you want something really spiny and sharp foot design language. It's like a sea urchin. All the best, Andrew.
Hagerty had an article today that mentioned the Opel GT and the C3 Corvette in the same sentence. Both seem to go back to the time of the Pontiac Banshee and the GM Mako Shark II. Here are some comparison photos gathered on the net. Enjoy! Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
Well yes, not really news. Found one on ebay in the form of a printed model body. These are pretty accurate and can be ordered in several scale choices. I bet John orders one. Takes about 5 weeks to get from Poland. Printing is the future for alot of things. Pontiac Banshee concept car 1964 1/24 1/32 1/43 1/64 1/87 1/160 3D | eBay
That is a wonderful idea. Unfortunately, didn't see but 1-2 vehicles that approached 1930s Art Deco Cars.
Another thought-provoker from those wacky french design-kids ..... Image Unavailable, Please Login https://www.designboom.com/technology/citroen-iconic-2cv-chariot-concept-asterix-obelix-12-16-2022/?utm_source=designboom+daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=citroen+reimagines+iconic+2CV+as+chariot+concept+for+upcoming+asterix+%26+obelix+movie
Leave it to the Australians to make a dent-proof version! Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
OK, getting back on track, Bertone: Bertone GB110 Debuts With Claimed 1,100 HP, Limited To 33 Units It would run on fuel made from plastic waste. Image Unavailable, Please Login Dec 21, 2022 at 9:30am ET 0 By: Chris Bruce Listen to this article The famous Italian coachbuilder Bertone plans on returning to the road with the GB110 hypercar. The production is limited to just 33 units. It's the first project from the marque's new owners Mauro and Jean-Franck Ricci. Bertone isn't disclosing the GB110's engine layout. However, the company claims it makes 1,100 horsepower (820 kilowatts) and 811 pound-feet (1,100 Newton-meters). The mystery powerplant allegedly revs to 8,400 rpm. Motor1.com reached out to Bertone for additional details about the powerplant. Gallery: Bertone GB110 Image Unavailable, Please Login 12 Photos Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login fuel made from plastic waste. The company Select Fuel converts polycarbonate materials into something that can run an engine. The automaker doesn't specify how much of this combustible substance it is providing with each car. The automaker claims the GB110 reaches 62 miles per hour (100 kilometers per hour) in 2.79 seconds, 124 mph (200 kph) in 6.79 seconds, and 186 mph (300 kph) in 14 seconds. The top speed is allegedly 236 mph (380 kph). The drivetrain consists of a seven-speed gearbox, but Bertone doesn't specify whether this transmission is an automatic or a manual. It sends the output to an all-wheel-drive system. Bertone is also being vague about the GB110's chassis. The company's announcement says that it "is based on components from a German manufacturer." The car rides on independent double wishbones at both ends, and there are four-way adjustable dampers. Check Out These Classics From Bertone: Bertone says that the GB110's exterior styling takes inspiration from the brand's wedge-shaped vehicles in the 1960s, '70s, and '80s, like the Lancia Stratos HF Zero concept. It has a pair of scissor-hinged doors. At the back, there are a pair of stacked exhausts in trapezoidal outlets. There are no photos or even general details about the GB110's interior. The rendering with the door open shows a glimpse of a simple cabin with a raised fin separating the driver and passenger. The automaker's announcement also doesn't specify details about the GB110's production. It's not clear where Bertone plans to build this model and when assembly begins. The hypercar's price is also a mystery. Motor1.com reached out to the brand for this info. Source: Bertone Image Unavailable, Please Login
Is that a downforce-generating wing between the front headlights, over the top of the nose? If so, cool. If not, it's a bit weird... it doesn't do much aesthetically and is difficult to explain unless it has an aerodynamic performance purpose. Overall, it looks pretty good. All the best, Andrew.
