Author: Tommaso Marcoli
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CUPRA RAVAL, A NEW AGE OF DIGITAL MATTER
The Spanish brand’s new compact electric pushes the boundaries of automotive design, opening up an entirely new interplay between additive technology and sensory perception. Jorge Díez, Chief Design Officer, and Francesca Sangalli, Head of Colour & Trim at Cupra, take us inside a cabin conceived as a manifesto for sustainability and emotional engagement. […] L’articolo…
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DENZA Z9GT, TECHNOLOGICAL MANIFESTO
Denza’s arrival on the European market is a direct challenge to the luxury paradigms that have taken hold on the Old Continent. We discuss this with Stella Li, Vice President of BYD – the group the Denza brand belongs to – and Wolfgang Egger, Head of Design of BYD.The Denza Z9GT stands as […] L’articolo…
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KIA SPORTAGE TRI-FUEL: A DESIGN EVOLUTION THAT BALANCES EFFICIENCY AND SUBSTANCE
From a design perspective, the Kia Sportage Tri-Fuel reaffirms the strength of a silhouette that has broken the mold in its segment. The front end remains dominated by the large Digital Tiger Face grille, framed by the distinctive boomerang-shaped LED daytime running lights that define its lighting signature. Despite the addition of the […] L’articolo…
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BMW i3, BACK TO THE ESSENCE
In the transformation journey undertaken by BMW, the Neue Klasse is much more than a new platform: it is a statement of intent, a paradigm shift articulated primarily through its visual identity. The new i3 leads the charge with a cleaner, back-to-basics aesthetic that is still deeply distinctive. […] L’articolo BMW i3, BACK TO THE…
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DESIGN TALK 2026: INTELLIGENT DESIGN BLENDS AESTHETICS AND ALGORITHMS
In the prestigious setting of the ADI Design Museum in Milan, the Car Design Award celebrated its 2026 edition, reaffirming its status as one of the most anticipated and significant events for the global creative community. On this occasion, Auto&Design organized a moment of collective reflection on the monumental challenges the sector is […] L’articolo…
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HYUNDAI IONIQ 3: THE ART OF BALANCE
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is not just another step in the brand’s electrification strategy, but the result of a philosophy that places the user and their aspirations at the heart of the creative process. For Hyundai, compact mobility isn’t about compromise, but about greater attention to detail and a more intimate experience. […] L’articolo HYUNDAI…
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CUPRA RAVAL: THE SUSTAINABLE REVOLUTION BETWEEN DIGITAL DESIGN AND URBAN SPIRIT
The Cupra Raval isn’t just a new electric compact car; it’s a manifesto of how the brand intends to translate its philosophy of sportiness into an urban and sustainable context. The starting point remains driving pleasure, reflected in an interior architecture that puts the driver at the center. Francesca Sangalli—Head of Color & […] L’articolo…