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HYUNDAI CRATER Concept Makes Global Debut at AutoMobility LA 2025
Hyundai has revealed the CRATER Concept at AutoMobility LA 2025 in Los Angeles. Created by the Hyundai California Design Centre, the concept presents a fresh direction for compact off-road vehicles with a strong focus on material thinking and functional form. Exterior The CRATER Concept follows the theme titled Art of Steel, where the character of advanced steel shapes the exterior identity.The SUV sits on large hexagonal 18 inch wheels with 33 inch off road tyres. The body h
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Tata Sierra: From Concept Lineage to a Fully Resolved Production Design
Tata Motors has officially unveiled the production-ready Sierra, marking the first time in five years that the public has seen the SUV in its final, road-ready form. The 2020 Sierra Concept reintroduced the idea of a modern Sierra. The 2023 Sierra EV Concept refined its architectural thinking, lighting strategy, and surface language. The 2025 production Sierra confirms Tata’s direction with a design that preserves the conceptual purity of its earlier versions while translatin
Nov 165 min read


SBWB Sillage – Concept Study
Reimagining the Future of Long-Range Flight Imagined by: Félix Godard Sculpted by: Frédéric Gasson Location: Paris, France Project Type: Next Generation Long Courrier Aircraft Study Introduction The SBWB Sillage is a speculative design study exploring the next generation of long-range air travel. Conceived by designer Félix Godard and modeler Frédéric Gasson, the project blends industrial design thinking with aerospace research to question how sustainable aviation could e
Nov 123 min read


SYNTAR Project by DM-Eight Design Studio
SYNTAR represents a new generation of intelligent robotic design that is compact, adaptable, and emotionally engaging. Developed by DM-Eight Design Studio , SYNTAR is conceived as a modular robotic platform capable of navigating both indoor and outdoor environments with precision and purpose. Its core vision lies in redefining assistance through design by merging functional intelligence with human sensibility. A Vision for Adaptable Robotics SYNTAR has been designed as a vers
Nov 83 min read


NIWWRD’s Pick from Japan Mobility Show 2025
The Japan Mobility Show 2025 presented a clear shift in how mobility design is being approached in Japan. The focus moved from futuristic styling to meaningful innovation, where empathy, proportion, and purpose define progress. Among the many world premieres, four concepts stood out for their design integrity and forward-thinking vision: Honda EV Outlier Concept, Mitsubishi Elevance Concept, Mazda Vision X-Compact, and Toyota Walk Me. Honda EV Outlier Concept Honda presented
Nov 34 min read


The Sound of Porsche
Designed by: Dylan Horn , College for Creative Studies In collaboration with: Porsche Exterior Design Team, Weissach The Sound of Porsche reimagines how we perceive and experience the sound of vehicles in the electric era. Sound has always played a vital role in creating emotional connections with cars — from the deep resonance of an engine to the solid click of a closing door. At Porsche, these details are carefully tuned to perfection. But as electric mobility transform
Nov 11 min read


Daihatsu Midget X
Daihatsu has unveiled the Midget X at the Japan Mobility Show 2025, marking the return of one of Japan’s most iconic compact vehicles. The new model reinterprets the original 1957 Midget as a fully electric light commercial vehicle designed for modern urban life. It preserves the charm and utility of the original while embracing contemporary electric mobility and design principles. Concept and Heritage The first Daihatsu Midget was introduced as a three-wheeled utility vehicl
Oct 313 min read


Honda EV Outlier Concept
Honda has unveiled the EV Outlier Concept, a new vision for electric motorcycles introduced at the Japan Mobility Show 2025. The concept represents Honda’s effort to redefine what an electric motorcycle can be, rather than simply converting an existing internal combustion model. The EV Outlier aims to create an entirely new riding experience focused on emotion, balance, and technology. Concept and Development Led by Yuya Tsutsumi, the project embraces the meaning of "outlier,
Oct 313 min read


Arrakis Class
Design by: Loris Joele Caruso (Interiors), Lodovico Dallago (Exteriors) School: I.A.A.D. (Istituto di Arte Applicata e Design), Turin Two Worlds, One Vision The Arrakis Class is a 42-meter crossover yacht concept that merges the language of contemporary nautical design with cinematic imagination. Created by Loris Joele Caruso and Lodovico Dallago at I.A.A.D. Turin, the project explores the intersection of science fiction, architecture, and emotional storytelling throug
Oct 303 min read


Kinet Vande Bharat
The Vande Bharat project represents a turning point in India’s railway design story, blending cultural identity, advanced technology, and global design sensibility. Designed by Kinet Railway Solutions under the leadership of Evgeny Maslov , the new Vande Bharat expresses the nation’s forward momentum through its form, color, and detail. Kinet approached the project with a deep respect for India’s character while applying global industrial design thinking. The goal was to cre
Oct 302 min read


Lexus LS Coupe Concept – Redefining the Flagship
Lexus has unveiled the LS Coupe Concept , a study that redefines what the brand’s flagship stands for in the electric and autonomous era. Introduced at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show, the concept blends the proportions of a coupe with the versatility of a crossover—signalling Lexus’ evolving understanding of luxury mobility. The LS name, long associated with the traditional sedan, here becomes a platform for experimentation. This concept is not about following lineage, but abou
Oct 302 min read


Lexus Micro LS – A Compact Expression of Future Luxury
At the 2025 Japan Mobility Show, Lexus unveiled the Micro LS , a self-driving, single-seater concept that redefines the relationship between size, comfort, and craftsmanship. Measuring just 2.5 metres in length, it captures the essence of Lexus luxury in a form designed for dense urban environments. While most luxury vehicles pursue grandeur through space and performance, the Micro LS explores intimacy. Its design proposes that the future of mobility may not always mean “more
Oct 302 min read


Toyota Century — The Next 100 Years of Japanese Craft
At the Japan Mobility Show 2025, Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman Akio Toyoda described the new Century as a car in a class of its own. It represents the highest expression of Japanese craftsmanship and the brand’s vision for the next century. Heritage and Purpose The story of the Century traces back to Toyota’s founding philosophy. In the 1930s, Kiichiro Toyoda sought not only to build cars but to establish an automobile industry for Japan. This idea shaped every generation
Oct 292 min read


Mazda Presents World Premiere of Two Vision Models at Japan Mobility Show 2025
Exploring Emotion, Performance, and Human Connection in Future Mobility Mazda unveiled two new vision models, the Vision X-Coupe and Vision X-Compact , at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 , under the theme “The Joy of Driving Fuels a Sustainable Tomorrow.” Together, they present Mazda’s evolving philosophy of balancing emotional design, driving pleasure, and environmental responsibility. Vision X-Coupe: Performance with Purpose The Mazda Vision X-Coupe represents a bold interp
Oct 292 min read


Honda Super-ONE Prototype
Honda has unveiled the Super-ONE Prototype at the Japan Mobility Show 2025. Developed under the concept name e: Dash BOOSTER , the compact electric vehicle is designed to enhance everyday mobility by combining the environmental benefits of electrification with the emotional connection of traditional driving. Design and Character The Super-ONE Prototype embodies Honda’s pursuit of “the joy of driving” within an electrified format. Built on the lightweight platform used in Hon
Oct 292 min read


Mitsubishi Elevance Concept
Redefining the Art of Time on the Move The Mitsubishi Elevance Concept presents a clear shift in how mobility is understood. It is designed not around performance figures or range alone but around time, how it is spent, how we move through it, and how design can shape it. The Elevance is an electrified crossover SUV that blends refined form with advanced engineering. Powered by a quad-motor 4WD system using Mitsubishi’s Super-All Wheel Control (S-AWC), it offers confident han
Oct 292 min read


Lyonne – Concept Yacht 36 m
Designed by: Andrea Giraudi & Rebecca Nervo , IAAD A 36-metre bespoke yacht concept created for Lewis Hamilton. The project explores how his personality can be expressed through design, blending automotive style with a contemporary nautical language. Lyonne is defined by fluid proportions, sharp detailing, and an elegant balance of power and restraint. The design connects the speed and performance of a sports car with the calm and sophistication of a modern yacht. Inside,
Oct 281 min read


BMW Neue Vision
Designed by: Alberto Buggiotti , IAAD A concept that redefines BMW’s visual language. The BMW Neue Vision blends sculptural precision with confident aggression, creating a form that feels alive even when still. The body is shaped with taut surfaces and sharp aerodynamic cuts, inspired by classic supercar proportions yet reinterpreted for the future. Every line serves a purpose, balancing emotion and engineering. Buggiotti’s work is more than a styling exercise. It reflects
Oct 271 min read






Ferrari F76: The First Digital Hypercar Redefines the Legend of Le Mans
Ferrari has unveiled the F76 , its first fully digital hypercar that bridges the brand’s racing heritage with the future of virtual design. The project celebrates 76 years since Ferrari’s first victory at Le Mans in 1949 , transforming this legacy into a new design language created entirely in the digital realm. The F76 is not built for roads or tracks. It exists in Ferrari’s evolving digital ecosystem, a hypercar born for the virtual world that reflects the brand’s commitmen
Oct 263 min read


Audi 20quattro Vision Gran Turismo
Designed by Gabriel Naretto, Automotive Designer at Bertone A brutalist take on Audi’s future The Audi 20quattro Vision Gran Turismo exists in a world where design is no longer bound by production limits. Created by Gabriel Naretto, the concept reimagines Audi’s DNA through the lens of Brutalist and Deconstructivist architecture, turning structure into sculpture and speed into matter. This project isn’t about redesigning a car, but about rethinking what an Audi is when funct
Oct 242 min read








Toyota Unveils the New Land Cruiser FJ
Toyota has officially revealed the new model in its iconic off-road series, the Land Cruiser FJ . The vehicle is planned for launch in Japan around mid-2026 and represents a renewed interpretation of Toyota’s core idea of mobility that works everywhere. Continuing a 70-Year Legacy The Land Cruiser began in 1951 as the Toyota BJ, the first vehicle to climb to the sixth station of Mount Fuji. Since then, it has remained a symbol of safety, durability, and trust in extreme envir
Oct 223 min read




SENTINEL: AI Robot for Post Wildfire Mop Up Operations
Designed by: Wonjin Lee , Mokwon University Wildfire control continues long after the flames are out. The mop up phase, which involves detecting and eliminating hidden embers, is essential to prevent re ignition and new flare ups. SENTINEL is a next generation physical AI robot created to perform this critical task with precision, safety, and autonomy. Built with a quadrupedal structure , SENTINEL is designed to move steadily across uneven and mountainous terrain, reaching
Oct 221 min read


HGE X75 Trimmer: Next Generation Smart Outdoor Care
Designed by: Ye Huang, Hochschule Magdeburg Stendal The HGE X75 Trimmer is an intelligent outdoor care robot designed to make hedge maintenance precise, efficient, and sustainable. Developed with a focus on functionality and safety, it transforms how consumers approach everyday garden care. Powered by AI, the HGE X75 features a 360° rotating trimming arm and a four-wheel steering system that allow seamless movement across straight lines, curved edges, and complex hedge
Oct 211 min read




Ferrari SC40: A Modern Tribute to a Legend
Ferrari has unveiled its latest One-Off creation, the SC40 , a bespoke berlinetta born from the brand’s Special Projects programme. Built on the architecture of the 296 GTB , this one-of-a-kind car combines Ferrari’s design heritage with contemporary precision, reflecting the individual vision of a single client. Designed under the direction of Flavio Manzoni , the SC40 represents the most exclusive tier of Ferrari craftsmanship, a car that exists as a singular expression of
Oct 182 min read


Suzuki Victoris: When Form Loses Its Logic
Suzuki’s Victoris arrives as a statement product meant to show that the company can move beyond safe, functional design and express confidence through form. It sits on the Global C platform, sharing engineering DNA with the Grand Vitara, yet aims to carry a distinct visual identity. From an industrial design standpoint, the Victoris is an interesting case. The engineering is solid, the stance is correct, and the interior is well resolved. But the visual composition, especiall
Oct 173 min read


TheArsenale Opens in Dubai Wafi City: A new home for mobility design and culture
TheArsenale has officially opened its doors in Wafi City, Dubai, introducing a new kind of design destination that blends culture, mobility, and innovation. Founded by Patrice Meignan, TheArsenale has become a global reference in the mobility design world, and its arrival in Dubai marks the beginning of a new chapter for the region’s creative and technological landscape.
Oct 172 min read


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Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic: A Masterpiece for a New Iconic Era
Mercedes-Benz steps into a new era of design with the Vision Iconic , a show car that bridges the brand’s rich heritage with its vision for the future. Revealed in Stuttgart and Shanghai , the Vision Iconic embodies the essence of timeless elegance, advanced technology, and the art of automotive emotion. It is both a sculpture and a statement, redefining what the next generation of luxury mobility can be. A Show Car That Connects Past and Future The Vision Iconic draws inspir
Oct 143 min read


FIAT X1/9 Tributo – A Romantic Reinterpretation of Italian Versatility
Designed by Jungtaek Cho , IED Torino Graduate The FIAT X1/9 Tributo reimagines one of Italy’s most beloved sports cars through a modern lens. Created by Jungtaek Cho , a transportation design graduate from IED Torino , the project celebrates Fiat’s heritage while embracing the evolving lifestyles of today’s drivers. It’s a study in how design can balance emotion, practicality, and individuality , the very essence of Italian motoring. A Tribute to Heritage and Lifestyle Root
Oct 142 min read




Lamborghini Manifesto Concept
Conceived as a sculpture on four wheels , the Lamborghini Manifesto represents the purest form of the brand’s design philosophy. It is...
Oct 91 min read


Seed 6143: Human and Machine in Creative Collaboration
Modem Works, in collaboration with Google DeepMind and Studio Ross Lovegrove, introduced Seed 6143 , a research project that explores the...
Oct 82 min read


AI Camera: Photography Simplified by Intelligence
In a time when everyone has access to powerful smartphone cameras but not everyone can use them effectively, the AI Camera concept from...
Oct 72 min read


Dacia “Hipster” Concept: Redefining Electric Minimalism
In a bold and refreshingly stripped-back gesture, Dacia has unveiled its latest concept, the Hipster , as an alternative vision of...
Oct 63 min read


Ferrari Mythos: When Vision Becomes Legend
The Ferrari Mythos is one of the most significant concept cars born from the collaboration between Ferrari and Pininfarina. First...
Oct 21 min read


Ducati’s new Panigale V4 R: racing DNA, road-legal prowess
Ducati has introduced the latest Panigale V4 R , a homologated superbike designed to comply with WorldSBK regulations while incorporating...
Oct 22 min read




An Icon Reimagined: Škoda 110 R Concept
Škoda designers have revisited one of the brand’s most celebrated cars, the 110 R coupé, and imagined how it could look in the modern...
Sep 282 min read


Cosmo Telescope by Taehyoung Lee
The Cosmo Telescope , designed by product designer Taehyoung Lee , rethinks how we experience the night sky. Traditional telescopes are...
Sep 241 min read


SETIME: Making Time Tangible
Time is often thought of as abstract and intangible, yet Korean design student Geonwoo Kang from Jeonbuk National University has...
Sep 242 min read


Ultraviolette X-47: India's First Radar-Integrated EV Motorcycle
Bengaluru-based Ultraviolette has unveiled the X-47 Crossover, a machine it claims is the world’s first motorcycle to feature radar and...
Sep 232 min read


Apiar: Building the Impossible
British watchmaker Apiar has unveiled its first core range, the Gen1.0, alongside a special limited edition MR². Founded in 2022 by...
Sep 222 min read


Alfa Romeo 4T Concept: A Sculptural Vision of Heritage and Future
Designed by: Gabriel Brando Naretto , Freelance Automotive Designer The Alfa Romeo 4T Concept is a design study that connects the...
Sep 222 min read

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