Explore the evolution of car design through a data visualization of all cars designed by the big Italian design studios

Automotive design is the process of developing the appearance (and to some extent the ergonomics) of motor vehicles, including automobiles, motorcycles, trucks, buses, coaches, and vans.

The automotive design history has come a long way since its inception in the late 19th century. The evolution of cars has gone through a tremendous transformation over the years, from simple, boxy designs to sleek, aerodynamic forms.

The Ford Model T (foreground) and Volkswagen Beetle (background) are among the most mass-produced car models in history. Crude ideas and designs of automobiles can be traced back to ancient and medieval times. [1] [2] In 1649, Hans Hautsch …

2024年10月8日 · During the 1950s and 1960s, car design reached a golden age that has since become legendary in automotive history. Designers were pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation, resulting in some of the most iconic and memorable car models ever produced.

2016年8月8日 · There’s a rich design history between the strictly utilitarian designs of the early 20th century and the double-take inducing designs of modern day, and like many forms of progress it has come in fits and starts. We’re taking a decade-by-decade look back at the history of automobile styling and design to pick out the details that defined each era.

2010年4月26日 · When Were Cars Invented? The 1901 Mercedes, designed by Wilhelm Maybach for Daimler Motoren Gesellschaft, deserves credit for being the first modern motorcar in all essentials. Its...

2024年7月3日 · The historical evolution of car design reflects not only changing aesthetic preferences but also advancements in technology and shifts in societal values. From the simplicity of early automotive creations to the complexities of modern vehicles, each era contributes to the rich narrative of this dynamic field.

2015年10月22日 · Cars have developed a lot in the past few decades, and now we have more variety in body style and car design than ever before. Designers and engineers take inspiration from anything from space to aerodynamics, to current fashion and functionality.

2021年5月7日 · The 1948 Cadillac’s purely decorative tailfins spark a car design phenomenon. America’s finned flourishes reach near-ridiculous proportions by the late 1950s.