CAR DESIGN IN THE 21ST CENTURY: FROM CLAY MILLING TO DIGITAL DEVELOPMENT - AUTOLINE AFTER HOURS 605

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This episode of Autoline After Hours delves into the evolution of automotive design, focusing on the transition from traditional clay milling to digital design processes. The discussion highlights the critical role of physical models, like those produced by TARUS's clay milling machines, in refining vehicle aesthetics and ensuring manufacturability, even with the advent of VR and digital tools. Guests Doug Greig and John Manoogian II emphasize that while digital tools are essential, the human touch and the ability to iterate on physical models remain vital for achieving nuanced and passionate design. The conversation also touches upon current design trends, with particular praise for the Lucid Air and Cadillac Lyriq for their cohesive and refined aesthetics, contrasting them with more complex or polarizing designs like the Cybertruck. The panel also explores the challenges and opportunities presented by EV design, noting that while electrification offers new proportional possibilities, many EVs still mimic ICE designs. The episode concludes by questioning the longevity of iconic designs in a rapidly changing fashion-driven industry.