Download or read book Concept Cars Style and Technology for the Future written by Edsall, Larry and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-24 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Concept Cars written by Richard Dredge and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Concept Cars is an illustrated guide to 70 of the most creative products of car design. From the science fiction inspired concept cars of the 1950s to the remarkably innovative designs of the present day, here are the cars that push the boundaries of automotive design to the limit. Featured are designs that opened the doors to future innovations, as well as the cars that actually made it to production, such as the new VW Beetle and the Porsche Boxster. Key car designers such as Norman Bel Geddes, the "father of streamlining," and Peter Schreyer, the man responsible for the Audi TT, are covered as well. 190 color photographs and illustrations are included in this discovery of the fantastic, the extraordinary, and just plain outlandish creations of the automotive industry.
Download or read book Concept Cars written by Norm Geddis and published by World of Automobiles. This book was released on 2018-08-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The auto industry is about to undergo its biggest change ever. You'll have a completely different relationship with automobiles than your parents did. You'll talk to your car and it will talk back. It'll be able to drive itself if you don't want to bother. Everything we know about cars is being retooled and fitted with new tech. To get to the stage where these kinds of cars will be available for sale takes a lot of preparation. The car industry has always depended on concept cars to test out their new ideas. Discover the history of these cars and how the auto industry has come to rely on them. Then find out about some of the latest concept cars and the onboard friend you will have on the dashboard. Each book in The World of Automobiles series takes a close-up look at the most interesting aspects of the cars we love. Who makes them, how we love to trick them out, the craziest cars of them all, and trucks too...it's all here. So, jump in, get behind the wheel and put the pedal to the floor! Each title in this series contains color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the reader's comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each chapter as well and provide readers with suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered through the use of a QR code, that when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, speech etc. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. And a Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader's knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.
Download or read book Concept Cars written by Larry Edsall and published by JG Press. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Concept vehicles are cars we can't drive - and only in rare cases are we allowed to touch them. Just to have a look at them we have to stand in line at the motor shows. Even so, concept vehicle creators reach millions of people through the major international motor shows in Tokyo, Frankfurt, Geneva, Paris or Birmingham or the ones that take place in the big conference centers in New York, Chicago, Detroit and Los Angeles. It's sufficient for us to admire these prototypes from far away or to have the chance to brush up against them and to dream about the day we will get into one or two of them. Concept vehicles are dream cars, vehicles that we passionately hope one day will be part of our cars-to-come dream. These are the cars of the future, or at least, of a future that some creative mind imagines. In their bold new shapes, concept vehicles show us the future through the designer's artistic eye and creative imagination. Some of these models announce the arrival of cars under production, others are design and technology experiments.
Download or read book Concept Cars written by Richard Dredge and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Porsche Unseen written by Stefan Bogner and published by Delius Klasing Verlag Gmbh. This book was released on 2020-11-12 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unbekannte Preziosen Wenn Autofirmen Studien und Prototypen zeigen, erlauben sie damit einen Blick hinter den Vorhang, eine Vision von dem, was kommt oder kommen könnte. Neben dem, was bei offiziellen Terminen und auf Messen gezeigt wird, gibt es aber eine überwältigende Menge von Entwürfen und Modellen, die der Öffentlichkeit aus verschiedensten Gründen verborgen bleiben. In diesem Buch wird das unmögliche möglich: ein Blick auf noch nie gesehene Porsche - Porsche Unseen. Stefan Bogner durfte exklusiv im Allerheiligsten des Porsche Designs fotografieren und beschert uns absolute Aha-Momente. Die Porsche-DNA ist in jedem der gezeigten Modelle erkennbar, die Ausführung aber so neu und zum Teil so unerwartet, dass man meint, in einem Paralleluniversum gelandet zu sein. Ein 1-Liter-Auto von Porsche? Ein coupéhafter 4-Sitzer mit 911-Zügen? Einsitzige Roadster mit dem Geist der 50er-Jahre? Das alles hat Stefan Bogner im Modell oder sogar fahrfertig vor der Linse gehabt. Die erhellenden Hintergründe hat Jan Baedeker im persönlichen Gespräch mit Designchef Michael Mauer notiert. Folgen Sie uns auf eine unvergleichliche Entdeckungsreise durch die Welt des Porsche Designs! Zweisprachig: Deutsch/Englisch Unknown valuables When car companies present studies and prototypes, they allow a glimpse behind the scenes, a vision of what will come or might come. Apart from what is shown on official events and at fairs, there is an overwhelming number of drafts and models, that remain hidden from the public for various reasons. This book achieves the impossible: a look at Porsche cars the public never laid eyes on - Porsche Unseen. Stefan Bogner was exclusively allowed to take pictures in the Porsche Design sanctum, aha-experiences guaranteed. The Porsche DNA is recognisable in any of the models shown, but the design is so new and unexpected that it suggests the existence of a parallel universe. A 1-litre Porsche? A coupé-like four seater with 911-looks? Single-seated roadsters with 50's flair? Stefan Bogner took photos of all of them - either as models or ready to drive. Jan Baedeker talked with Michael Mauer, Head of Design, and took down the enlightening background information. Join our extraordinary expedition of discovery through the world of Porsche Design!
Download or read book Concept Car Year in Review written by Automotive Engineering International and published by SAE International. This book was released on 2013-12-13 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The concept and prototype cars that are shown at major industry events feature cutting-edge technologies that the automotive industry wishes to preview. Often these technologies make an appearance in future production models. Concept Car Year in Review: 2013 provides insight to the key engineering ideas that were introduced in concept and prototype cars during that year. This full-color book includes articles that were previously published and written by the award-winning editors of Automotive Engineering International about these concept cars. This book provides a preview of the technologies we could experience in our vehicles in the future. It gives the reader an inside glimpse of how new ideas for vehicles are formed and how they are implemented into the cars we drive. Published for enthusiasts who are interested in future car models and their technologies, as well as practicing automotive engineers who are interested in new engineering trends such as hybrid systems, powertrain designs, automotive design, lightweighting, and materials, and new engineers who want an overview of future trends, Concept Car in Review: 2013 also: • Provides one place where readers can find information on key engineering trends over one year. • Allows readers to easily find specific car models or read about all of them. • Includes interviews with engineering innovators who pioneer technologies in concept cars. • Features many large, full-color images and an attractive magazine format.
Download or read book Concept Cars of the 1960s Yesterday s Future written by Richard Heseltine and published by Porter Press. This book was released on 2022-02-14 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Concept cars are meant to break moulds and explore new ideas; to forecast or establish trends. They afford designers the opportunity to let rip; to use their imaginations and envisage the sort of vehicle that we will be driving in years - perhaps decades - to come. The fact is that some concept cars are displayed at an event and never seen again, while others cross continents and become media darlings, only to be placed in storage - or worse - once they are no longer of use. The 1960s witnessed the emergence of countless memorable showstoppers, and this book presents a year-by-year rundown of the most memorable concept cars of the 1960s with several obscurities thrown in for good measure. Some have long since earned legendary status, foretelling the future, while others fell a long way short. Here is fascinating glimpse into how the future of motoring looked in the 1960s, from the sublime to the frankly ridiculous.
Download or read book Concept Cars written by Larry Edsall and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Concept vehicles are cars we can.t drive . and only in rare cases are we allowed to touch them. Just to have a look at them we have to stand in line at the motor shows.
Download or read book The Tech Behind Concept Cars written by Matt Chandler and published by Tech on Wheels. This book was released on 2019-08 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is that a new space vehicle with wheels? No, it's a concept car! Stuck in traffic? No problem! One concept car has a drone-like device that can lift it into the air. Looking for a car that gets to know you like a friend? Look no further than a car with an artificial intelligence system that can sense your feelings. Have a need for speed? Enter fully electric concept cars that boast 350 horsepower. Take young readers on a journey through the technology that makes concept cars so amazing.
Download or read book Dream Wheels written by Etienne Psaila and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-11-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Dream Wheels: The Journey of Automotive Design and Concept Cars" is an enthralling exploration into the world of automotive design, a realm where artistry meets engineering, and dreams take form in metal and motion. This book takes readers on a captivating journey through the evolution of car design, from the early days of horse-drawn carriages to the futuristic allure of concept cars. Step into a world where every curve, line, and innovation tells a story of cultural shifts, technological advancements, and visionary designers who dared to dream. Discover how concept cars have not only shaped the automotive landscape but also captured the imagination of the public, becoming symbols of future possibilities and technological prowess. With insightful profiles of leading designers and design studios, "Dream Wheels" delves into the minds behind iconic models, unraveling their creative processes and the challenges they overcame. The book highlights major automotive shows and exhibitions, revealing how these events have been pivotal stages for debuting groundbreaking designs and gauging public reaction. "Dream Wheels" is not just about the cars we drive; it's about the cars we dream of - the vehicles that push boundaries and define eras. It's a tribute to the relentless spirit of innovation that drives the automotive world, inviting readers to imagine the future of mobility. This book is a must-read for car enthusiasts, designers, and anyone fascinated by the interplay of creativity, technology, and style in the journey of automotive design.
Download or read book Fast Forward written by Gestalten and published by Die Gestalten Verlag-DGV. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Futuristic, utopian, eccentric and always ahead of their time: Fast Forward tells the story of concept cars - from the 1930s to today.
Download or read book Future Tech written by Paul Schilperoord and published by Black Dog Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Futuristic transportation is a concept that has provided a constant source of fascination for scientists, designers and artists. Using a range of illustrations, original diagrams, photographs and historical explanations, Future Tech explores the key developments at the forefront of vehicular technology, ranging from current advancements, such as hydrogen cell cars to projects still in early stages of development, such as jet paks, flying trains and wave piercing catamarans. The technologies are examined thoroughly and their advantages and disadvantages clearly assessed." "Future Tech is a compilation of material which explores and defines the way the future is imagined in the present, and tries to answer that ever more pressing question of how we move forward."--BOOK JACKET.
Download or read book The History of Mercedes Benz written by Nicholas Kahn and published by NK. This book was released on 2023-09-09 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The following list of historical moments in Mercedes-Benz history offers a captivating glimpse into the brand's remarkable evolution over the past century. From its early days as separate entities, Benz & Cie. and Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft, to its current standing as a global leader in the automotive industry, each entry on this list showcases a pivotal moment that has shaped the brand's identity. With a legacy rooted in innovation and luxury, Mercedes-Benz has consistently pushed boundaries and redefined automotive excellence. Spanning from the late 19th century to the present day, these moments highlight the brand's unwavering commitment to driving progress. The iconic Motorwagen patent of 1886 by Karl Benz serves as a starting point, setting the stage for a series of groundbreaking achievements. The merger of DMG and Benz & Cie. in 1926 was a pivotal juncture that united two visionary forces under the banner of Mercedes-Benz, a brand synonymous with sophistication and engineering prowess. As we move through the decades, the introduction of iconic models like the 300SL "Gullwing" and the A-Class sedan showcase the brand's adaptability and ability to resonate with changing consumer preferences. From technological innovations such as the introduction of airbags in the early 1980s to the recent electrification efforts with the EQ sub-brand, Mercedes-Benz consistently demonstrates its ability to anticipate trends and set new standards. This list underscores the brand's holistic approach to automotive excellence, blending design, performance, safety, and sustainability. By revisiting these historical moments, we gain insight into a journey defined by resilience, vision, and an enduring pursuit of pushing the limits of what is possible in the world of automobiles.
Download or read book Motorama written by David Temple and published by CarTech Inc. This book was released on 2015-01-15 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In an age of unbridled American enthusiasm and towering industrial might, the GM Motorama was a dazzling and elegant show that was unlike any automotive event before it or since. General Motors staged extravagant and elaborate Motorama shows that rivaled some fashion shows. It showcased some of the most revolutionary and innovative prototype and dream cars ever built. And it captured the imagination of the car-buying public from 1950 to 1961. Motorama expert and experienced author David Temple has comprehensively researched the show, the cars, and the personalities to create a fascinating new story with many new photos of these magnificent cars. Because television was in its infancy, GM's President Alfred Sloan believed that the Motorama was the most effective way to market GM products and design prowess. Legendary stylist Harley Earl led a talented group of designers and engineers to dream up, style, and develop some of the most remarkable prototype cars of all time. While current production Buick, Chevy, Cadillac, and Pontiac cars were showcased, the bold, radical, awe-inspiring prototype and dream cars stole the show. These included the GM Le Sabre, replete with aerospace design and an aluminum engine; the fiberglass-bodied Corvette dream car, which went into production after overwhelmingly positive response; and the jet engine-powered Firebird. Temple goes into fascinating detail on the body, frame, engine, drivetrain, and all the special features of each model. He has also retraced the ownership histories of some of these cars. Within the pages of this volume, you get to relive this glorious era of automotive history and revisit the advanced show cars that inspired so many new models. This book features fascinating period photography of Motorama cars at the show, in development, and at different locales. No other automotive show rivaled the Motorama for stunning productions and awe-inspiring cars, which makes this a must-have book.
Download or read book The Car in 2035 written by Kati Rubinyi and published by Actar. This book was released on 2013 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Car in 2035: Mobility Planning for the Near Future focuses on the car, the street, and public policy in Southern California. In this collection of essays and images, the car is viewed as both a challenge and benefit to our neighborhoods, cities, and suburbs. Despite rising fuel prices, the automobile will be Southern California's primary form of transportation in 2035 because the region's population will continue to be dispersed widely, and the car offers the best access to the area's tremendous diversity of economic, social, recreational, and cultural opportunities. But the infrastructure will need to accommodate a heterogeneous mix of modes of transportation, including more cars on the road than today.
Download or read book Automobile Technology of the Future written by Ulrich Seiffert and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wie wird das Auto 2000 aussehen? Zwei Fachleute aus Forschung und Entwicklung eines groAen Automobilwerkes schildern, was technisch in Zukunft im Auto und seinem Umfeld mAglich ist und vielleicht in wenigen Jahren schon Wirklichkeit werden kAnnte. Dieses Buch vermittelt einen tiefen und fundierten Einblick in die technologischen EntwicklungsmAglichkeiten des Gesamtsystems Automobil: Verbesserungen der Karosserie, des Fahrwerks und der Antriebe, neue Methoden der Entwicklung und Fertigung sowie LAsungsvorschlAge fA1/4r Umwelt- und Verkehrsprobleme.
