Category: OEMs

@Ford: All-New Ford Bronco Earns Prestigious iF Design Gold Award 2021; Jury Says Pragmatic, Emotional Design ‘Redefines The Lifestyle SUV’

Out of nearly 10,000 entries, all-new 2021 Ford Bronco two-and four-door SUV honored in the top 75 pinnacles of design globally across numerous disciplines and industries, taking home prestigious iF Design gold award 2021 “Pragmatic, emotional design” of all-new Bronco brings “the thrill of its iconic forebear into the 2020s” says jury for Germany-based iF… Continue reading @Ford: All-New Ford Bronco Earns Prestigious iF Design Gold Award 2021; Jury Says Pragmatic, Emotional Design ‘Redefines The Lifestyle SUV’

@BMW: ROLLS-ROYCE ‘BOAT TAIL’. A COUNTERPOINT TO INDUSTRIALISED LUXURY.001160

Rolls-Royce introduces utterly unique coachbuilt ‘Boat Tail’ commission Rolls-Royce Coachbuild to become a permanent fixture in future portfolio Based on a true commission model, ‘Boat Tail’ represents a collaborative exploration of luxury, design and culture between the marque and commissioning clients Coachbuild empowers clients to create potent evocative expressions of personal taste Rolls-Royce Coachbuild is… Continue reading @BMW: ROLLS-ROYCE ‘BOAT TAIL’. A COUNTERPOINT TO INDUSTRIALISED LUXURY.001160

@BMW: The Pure&Crafted Festival initiated by BMW Motorrad will return to Berlin from 17 to 18 September 2021.001160

Munich/Berlin. Launched in Berlin in 2015 and initiated by BMW Motorrad, the Pure&Crafted Festival will return to the banks of the Spree river in 2021.This year, BMW Motorrad will once again be the title sponsor of the event.For the first time, the event will be held in the Berlin trade fair’s event-proven Summer Garden, which… Continue reading @BMW: The Pure&Crafted Festival initiated by BMW Motorrad will return to Berlin from 17 to 18 September 2021.001160

@niche: Praga Cars UK teases new HQ ahead of official opening in June000908

Strategically located mid-way between Manchester International Airport and Oulton Park Circuit in Cheshire, Praga Cars UK is the 114 years old Czech brand’s first headquarters outside of its home market. Ahead of the official opening on 10th June, and prior to that weekend’s Britcar Endurance Championship Round at its ‘home’ circuit, Praga invited a select… Continue reading @niche: Praga Cars UK teases new HQ ahead of official opening in June000908

@niche: Why Nikola, Workhorse Group, and Lordstown Motors Stocks Jumped Today000908

Bloomberg Exxon CEO Is Dealt Stinging Setback at Hands of New Activist (Bloomberg) — Exxon Mobil Corp. CEO Darren Woods was dealt a stunning defeat by shareholders when a tiny activist investment firm snagged at least two board seats and promised to push the crude driller to diversify beyond oil and fight climate change.For Woods,… Continue reading @niche: Why Nikola, Workhorse Group, and Lordstown Motors Stocks Jumped Today000908

@niche: Donkervoort and Atrium extend partnership for Donkervoort Wear000908

Right weight? Check.High performance? Check.Painstaking quality? Check.Attention to detail? Check.A focus on design? Check. Donkervoort drivers have demonstrated time and again that they are capable of living life at full throttle, on their own terms, dictated to by nobody. Now, thanks to the renewal of Donkervoort’s fashion agreement with Atrium House of Brands (Only For… Continue reading @niche: Donkervoort and Atrium extend partnership for Donkervoort Wear000908

Ford CEO says US needs to regulate automated driving systems – Design ENGINEERING

In April, Ford announced it will begin offering its BlueCruise hands-free highway driving system to customers later this year. (Photo credit: Ford Motors) DETROIT (AP) – The CEO of America’s second-largest auto company is calling for the federal government to set standards for fully or partially automated vehicles to tighten the safety of electronic driving… Continue reading Ford CEO says US needs to regulate automated driving systems – Design ENGINEERING

@Honda: ALL-NEW HONDA HR-V: SETTING NEW BENCHMARKS FOR INTERIOR COMFORT

HR-V interior defined by key concepts of light and wind Unique Air Diffusion System introduces innovative natural breeze in the cabin Clever packaging delivers occupant space equivalent to larger models Interior features and layout dedicated to delivering functionality and comfort To reflect the values, meet the needs of modern consumers and create a desirable yet… Continue reading @Honda: ALL-NEW HONDA HR-V: SETTING NEW BENCHMARKS FOR INTERIOR COMFORT