I just read in the recent issue of CAR magazine that there are lobbying efforts in Europe to ban low, swoopy (and therefore sexy) designs for more upright and 'safer' ones. What the hell is that all about?! I mean alright I understand it's for the safety of pedestrians when it comes to accidents/collisions, but the article suggests that in 10 years time all production cars will have to have more Civic shaped styling (apparently that car was a success in terms testing), while current cars will be progressively phased out... :shock: :x
I'm a huge fan of automotive design, to the point where I was going to study it. I find cars are Art on Wheels. They not only move us from place to place, they also move us within. I love the sturdiness of the Benz or Bimmer, the sexiness of a Ferrari or Maserati, and elegance of a Lexus or Audi...
These friekin lobbying groups are pissing me off...alright you wanna save the lives of pedestrians, do so (and I will be fully supportive), but why kill an Art form that touches so many people around the world? Let's face it, everybody likes to see a good-looking car. Everybody: Like that Nissan commercial where young and old, car fan or not, people just stare at the sexy shape of the 350Z.
People in Europe, take up arms if these groups become too powerful - ok now I'm getting carried away!
Any input?
Are we going to lose good-looking cars???
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