William Clay Ford, last surviving grandchild of Ford Motor Company founder Henry Ford, passed away early this month. To honor his legacy as an automotive design maven, Ford is establishing a scholarship fund aimed at supporting the next generation of vehicle designers — including college students majoring in industrial design who intend to use their degrees to create car … [Read more...] about Ford to Establish Auto Design Scholarship
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Photo: Ford’s New Coca-Cola Bottle Interior
Ford Motor Company and Coca-Cola partnered to create the above car interior for the Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid. The fabric used on the seat cushions, seat backs, head restraints, door panel inserts and headliner is made from repurposed Coca-Cola bottles – which, themselves, are made from plants. … [Read more...] about Photo: Ford’s New Coca-Cola Bottle Interior
An Interview with Ford’s Chief Designer
Motor Trades Insight recently interviewed Ernst Reim, chief interior designer for Ford Motor Company's Europe division, to learn about what inspires and motivates his designs. His answers offer insight into the materials, architecture and design cues of Ford's latest interiors; and hint to what we can expect in the future. … [Read more...] about An Interview with Ford’s Chief Designer
How Auto Trimmers Changed Labor History
In 1968, women sewing-machine operators at Ford Motor Company's Dagenham plant in the United Kingdom went on strike after the automaker refused to recognize their work as skilled labor and pay them the same as male employees. Their auto upholstery strike was a landmark case in labor relations. Not only did it force Ford to temporarily halt manufacturing at the plant, it … [Read more...] about How Auto Trimmers Changed Labor History
Ford Designer Hints at Bespoke Program
According to Anthony Prozzi, senior interior designer of the 2013 Fusion, Ford will one day launch a bespoke program for affordable cars – revolutionizing the way they design car interiors. … [Read more...] about Ford Designer Hints at Bespoke Program
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