If the exterior gets them, the interior keeps them. So designers and engineers are paying more attention than ever on everything from the textures of the materials to the ergonomics of the switches. Spend some time in here.
“As the ultimate track-capable Camaro, this car restores the mission of the original Z/28, and serves as a testament to the expertise of Chevrolet as the best-selling brand of performance cars.”-- GM North America president Mark Reuss.
Tom Gould talks about lifecycle analysis, engineers are important for designers, and why materials need to be authentic in interiors.
JCI's mannequin allows determination of seating positions for seat and interior developments.
The only back-seat driver in designing automotive seats and trim covers is PLM. That’s a good thing.
TRW's seat belt concept for the microMAX.
The number of V8 engines for passenger cars is certainly on the decline as OEMs work to address looming CAFE regulations.
Although you might think that this image is some sort of tribute to Star Trek Into Darkness, it is actually associated with the General Motors Warren Enterprise Data Center—“a state-of-the-art $130-million” facility that GM opened earlier this week on the ground of its Tech Center in Warren, Michigan.
I happen to like OXO products, those graters and grinders and peelers and whatnot with the chunky black handles or gripping surfaces.

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