The new car concept named GT was presented by Kia car company at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. Kia GT concept is expected as futuristic Kia’s flagship. The GT concept has 4-doors coupe design with an elongated tail plus elegance stance. The front end design of Kia GT is characterized by short overhang which creates air intakes such as seem on the Citroen GT variant. The new brand’s grille also look on the front end design. The front grille is located upwards to give premium sense.
The side design of GT has a clean design with general line coupled with several minimalist concept-like details like side cameras, wheel cover and also thin door handles plus side blades made of carbon. The silhouette design of four coupe concept is influenced by polished trim which runs from A-pillar until the rear end. The sporty character also seems on the rear design where the horizontal element on the tail light and diffuser from carbon fiber influence it.

At the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show Audi has exhibited A2 concept, a city car which is completed with all-electric e-tron powertrain that 85 kW (116 hp) of peak power and 270 Nm of torque. The Audi A2 city car concept features a single-speed front-wheel drive transmission. The design of A2 is completed with several new instruments like an opaque glass roof which is able to be transparent, a special ‘Audi dynamic light, the matrix beam LED headlights and a band of light which runs beneath the tornado line and connect the headlights with the tail lights.

Official Press Release:

Exterior Design

The opaque glass roof of the show car finished in flat Electric White becomes transparent at the push of a button.

When an electric voltage is applied, small particles integrated into the glass align so that the light can pass through the glazing unhindered.

When the glass roof is darkened, however, it blocks the infrared component of the sunlight almost completely, effectively shadowing the interior and contributing to an efficient temperature management-

The front end is dominated by the single- frame grille, in this case, in a special version tailored to electrical operation.

The upper two-thirds are designed as a closed, folding surface, behind which are the charging socket and the cooling water connection. The four Audi rings are intensively sculpted; the engine hood is permanently bolted to the body.

Mounted in the lower section of the single-frame grille, which acts as an air inlet, are cooling elements made of graphite foam.

The lightweight mineral is an excellent conductor of heat from the water to the ambient air. Eight blocks with six graphite elements each are located in the central air inlet.

Another highlight of the A2 concept are the matrix beam LED headlights. An entire bundle of small light-emitting diodes arranged one above the other produce the low beam and high beam light.

Microreflectors enable the precise positioning of the light. The LEDs can be switched on and off independently to illuminate the road perfectly in any situation. Numerous mini-LEDs set in the lower section of the headlight like a pearl necklace produce the daytime running light.

The side view is also typical Audi, with brawny wheel wells, a low greenhouse and an early-sloping roof line that ends in a long rear spoiler. Sharp lines frame tautly arched sheet metal surfaces.

The dynamic line above the sills rises distinctly; the tornado line below the windows runs slightly upward. Just below the tornado line is a characteristic feature of the Audi A2 concept – the Audi dynamic light: a band of light that connects the headlights with the tail lights.

Light-emitting diodes and light guides produce the Audi dynamic light. When in standby-mode, the several centimeter-wide band appears black. When the owner of the Audi A2 concept approaches, it lights up blue in welcome and focuses on the door handles, which are inset into the band and extend when the driver swipes a hand over them.

The dynamic light shines bright orange when the A2 concept is driving. It pulses on the corresponding side when indicating a turn, and when braking, a red pulse of light runs along the flank as a warning for other road users.

The tail lights also use matrix beam technology. They are adaptive: The system uses a sensor to detect how good visibility is and adjusts the brightness accordingly. Five laser diodes produce the rear fog light.

When visibility is good, their light is invisible. In the fog or rain, however, it strikes the water particles in the air and becomes clearly visible as a floating triangle.

Interior Design

The interior is light, clean, open, and spacious with intuitive controls. The dashboard is split into two sections, with the semi-circular left section enclosing the driver’s area.

The Audi dynamic light runs along the edges in two separate arcs from the doors to the cockpit. It welcomes the passengers in a manner similar to the light band on the exterior.

The architecture of the interior takes advantage of the possibilities afforded by the electric drive system.

There is no center tunnel; the console between the front seats can be lowered to allow free passage through the vehicle. Heating and cooling air flows indirectly and draft-free through a perforated surface beneath the windshield.

The steering wheel of the Audi A2 concept is flattened at the top and bottom, with a single spoke connecting the ring to the impact absorber.

The two large horns pointing inward have touch-sensitive surfaces used to control key functions, with only the turn signals and windshield wipers still controlled via the traditional steering column stalks.

If both touchpads are touched at the same time, the A2 concept switches into a semi-autonomous driving mode. This convenience feature is a welcome relief in slow-moving traffic, for example. The driver maintains full control of the vehicle at all times, exactly like with today’s ACC stop & go system on which the new technology is based.

An open, shell-like section serves as the steering column and extends horizontally into the cockpit. On the far end is a seven-inch display flanked by two secondary displays with the speedometer and the power meter.

When the driver pushes the button to activate the electric drive, an animated band of light encircles the driver and passenger, and two touchpads fold up to the right of the steering wheel.

The small touchsurface on the left is for shifting gears (shift-by- wire); the larger one on the right is reserved for the air conditioning and media functions.

The retractable console between the seats includes an additional touchpad for entering letters and numbers and for secondary functions – a further development of today’s MMI touch. A docking station for the iPhone rounds out the control concept.

The Bluetooth online car phone connects it to the Internet via a UTMS module, a WLAN hotspot lets the passengers surf and e-mail from their mobile devices. The fast data connection delivers specially prepared news and information to the vehicle.

The services currently offered by Audi are available for navigation: the map with images from Google Earth, Audi traffic information online, Google POI search via voice control and Google Street View.

Cutouts in the backrests of the four individual seats in the Audi A2 concept give them a sporty look and make them incredibly light.

They have an aluminum chassis and the developers used a polymer blow-molding process for the shells. Three struts connect the seats with the floor for more foot room in the back, and there are storage bins beneath the fold-up seat cushions.

A console with storage bins is located between the rear seats. Folding these seats forward reveals a fixture for the fork of a special city bicycle. The luggage compartment of the Audi A2 concept has a sandwich floor. A fold-up frame with two solid, high-load nets covers the lower load level.

The colors and materials in the interior support the impression of lightness and functionality. The large areas from the door top shoulders to the floor are covered in a tough material with a neoprene surface feel. A ribbed material made from recycled polyester covers the central floor area. Aluminum elements accentuate the cockpit.

The futuristic sedan concept called Mercedes-Benz F 125 is started from a research project of a futuristic yet luxurious car that feature gull – wing doors, a lounge like interior with hi – tech feature, composite structure and also a fuel cell plug-in hybrid system. The Mercedes-Benz F 125 is exhibited at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. In pure electric mode, the vehicle can run about 50 km, but when the Plug-in hybrid system is used, 1,000 km of distances can be reached by this futuristic sedan. The pioneering bidyshell is created from lightweight hybrid construction coupled with fiber – reinforced plastic and mixed with carbon fiber, high strength steel and also aluminum.

“The hood has a stretched look, and dips at the centre. The so-called dropping line extends from the radiator grille and over the front wheels, then descends dramatically towards the rear where it forms a precise edge.

“Thanks to the alternating concave and convex surface contours, the side wall below the dropping line has an organic, arched effect.

“This muscular arching increases towards the front, where it envelops the front wheel. The rear axle is spanned by a powerful shoulder, which emerges from the beltline and is aerodynamically and abruptly delineated by the tail lights. The 23-inch wheels feature copper-coloured spoke elements, creating associations with the copper wire coils used in electric motors and making a visual reference to the car’s drive technology.”

The elegance sedan design called IBL concept is showcased by Seat car company at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, this sport sedan concept introduce the new design DNA of the company which is presented in clean and essential line design on the IBL concept. Based on the company opinion the presence of this new sedan variant mark the direction of design language for the future sedan model and at the one hand also follow the urgent role of sporty sedan for next generation flagship.

The IBL sedan design is designed in precise and clean line as well with premium sense within the interior design of the car. The dimension of the IBL sedan concept is length of 4.67 meters; width of 1.85 meters and a wheelbase of 2.71 meters which creates the car have short overhangs and, in collaboration with the dynamic roofline, introduce a four-door coupé sense. The Company said,  “IBL is all about emotion. Love at first sight. But this first impression is something that is meant to last thanks to its timeless elegant design,” explained Alejandro Mesonero-Romanos, the new Head of SEAT Design. The IBL was created from the unique design DNA that will prevail right across our next vehicle generation. The IBL is certainly more than a saloon; it is the SEAT interpretation of a very sporty four-door. With it, we are also demonstrating that we can apply our elegant dynamics and our youthful character to a full-size vehicle concept, too, making it unique and unmistakable.”

Peter Norris is an automotive designer which creates the concept of Citroen Teranis concept, a futuristic 2-seater off – road racer. The designer addresses this vehicle to be used in the Paris Dakar Rally competition, so that the Citroen Taranis is completed with in–wheel electric motors and also an outboard double jointed wheel set – up. According to the Peter’s description, “starting from the initial brief the design evolved into something slightly different and I took it a bit further than my last two concepts (the Pininfarina Coupe and the Honda Chopper motorcycle)”.

This off – road is powered by electric motors which are attached in every wheel hub, this feature is also applied on other Peter’s design, Honda Chopper that contribute to reduce the center of gravity. He continued, “The double-jointed front swingarms also help to reduce what would otherwise be an enormous turning circle. A luxury finish combined with a unique layout sets this off-roader apart from other concepts, with gullwing doors adding a final touch of flair.”

Seat manufacturer based on Volkswagen Up creates the city car concept called Seat Mii! The front-end design is completed with specific light and so the rear-end. The front end of Seat Mii is completed with trapezoidal grill and attached with special head light as well. The tail light on the rear end is decorated with a triangular pattern and completed with a more traditional hatch door. The dimension of Seat Mii is very compact, as the city car Mii is designed with 3.56 meters of length, 1.64 meters of width and 2.42 meters of long wheelbase. To enhance the lightweight design, the Seat Mii has a body shell shaped generally from a high – strength and form – hardened steel, so that the weight of Mii car is only 854 kg.

The engine ranges evolve 1.0 liter three – cylinder unit producing 60 and 75 hp combined with a five – speed manual gearbox or ASG robotized transmission. At the end of this year (2011), the Seat Mii will be available on the automotive market in two trim styles: Sport and Chic. In 2012 the Seat Mii is planned to be produced in five – doors model.

Aimed for 2025, Ferrari F25 Superfast is a futuristic sport car which is inspired by the futuristic artistic movement. The design of F25 Superfast is proposed by two automotive designers Riccardo Bordin and Diego Dellavalle, graduations from IAAD. The Ferrari F25 sport car concept is intended as one of contestant in the event named Ferrari World Design Contest 2011. The inspiration from the futuristic ideas influences the car theme and its technology application, where the F25 is focused to express the sense of speed experience. The car design is accentuated by special shapes achieved by tight lines.

“The aim of our project was to set up a car developed for maximum performance, with the capability of maintaining its internal stability (performance, aerodynamics, and cooling components) regardless of the external conditions, through self-regulating processes.”

“This happens in living organisms by means of homeostasis that is the continuous series of actions/reactions, which helps to maintain stability”

“Our Ferrari aims at being like a living organism, which increases driving pleasure and creates a strong connection between man and car as well as between man and nature.”

“In this project we developed these concepts by integrating innovative technologies, which allow to revolutionize the style and that could provide huge benefits in terms of aerodynamics, resulting in unique shapes and hallmarks.”

Both car concept named Land Rover DC100 and DC100 Sport were presented at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. These car concepts are expected go to market at 2015. Either the Land Rover DC100 or DC100 Sport Concepts are designed based on lightweight, mixed-alloy platform plus a wheelbase measures 100-inch (2,540 mm). The DC 100 variant is focused on its durability while the other one that is DC 100 sport version is concentrated for leisure event. Read the following review from the Official Press Release:

Design

Land Rover DC100 Concept Land Rover Design Director Gerry McGovern commented: “These could not be designs from any other company. Defender became a global icon because of the integrity of both its design and engineering. In creating these concepts we took the functional design cues from the past and reinterpreted them for the 21st century.

“These studies represent our thoughts on how we will forge an entirely new generation of Defender models which will prove that design can work in harmony with function.”

The bodywork below the waist reflects the Land Rover practice of avoiding extraneous detailing by following the principle of design working in harmony with function, leading to a purposeful simplicity of surface.

Land Rover DC100 Sport Concept The sharply defined shoulder line and near vertical panels of the concepts place all four corners within sight of the driver, to create Land Rover’s hallmark confidence-inspiring Command driving position.

Compact dimensions, short overhangs and 22-inch alloy wheels lend both all-terrain concepts a fittingly purposeful, four-square stance.

Further detailing common to both concepts – such as the triangular vent in the front wings, the bonnet edges set into the shoulder line and the prominent handle set into the trailing edge of the doors – also reference existing Land Rovers.

Land Rover DC100 Sport Concept There is arguably no other car in the world that inspires such loyalty and affection as a Land Rover, from the original Series 1 to today’s Defender.

Crucial to that appeal is the front-end design and DC100 Sport and DC100 represent the latest evolution of the Defender ‘face’ that has retained its timeless appeal for 60 years.

The key elements were a sense of openness and honesty; as a vehicle used in the most extreme conditions, a Land Rover must exude dependability.

This is seen to greatest effect in DC100 with its signature twin round headlamps and purposeful grille. DC100 Sport represents a more assertive, performance-oriented interpretation of this classic Land Rover look.

DC100 Concept

Land Rover DC100 Concept The radically different design treatments above the waist demonstrate the modularity and flexibility of the platform.

The shape of DC100 is instantly recognizable to generations and, like the original Land Rover and the Defender that followed it, looks equally at home alongside an English village green as traversing an Icelandic lava field.

As a dependable all-terrain workhorse, DC100 firmly emphasizes the practical side of Land Rover.

The upright windscreen provides excellent visibility on and off-road while the interchangeable rear cover allows for either maximum cargo capacity or transporting additional passengers.

Land Rover DC100 Concept RoofA winch, capable of supporting the weight of the car, is neatly integrated into the front grille and towing eyes have been built into each corner of the concept.

As a further extension of its capabilities, the DC100 roof is equipped with solar panels to power on-board systems, reducing the load on the engine and lowering emissions.

The DC100 exterior is painted in soft metallic silver specifically intended to reflect the sun’s rays, keeping the interior cool in hot climates and reducing the demands on the climate-control system.

DC100 Sport

Land Rover DC100 Sport ConceptThe DC100 Sport takes its cue from the early canvas-roofed Defenders with their fold-down windscreens that still typify the Land Rover spirit of adventure and exploration.

Reimagined as a performance concept for the 21st century, it features a wrap-around aero screen and cut-down side windows for exhilarating open-air motoring.

Flowing back from the seats is a twin-humped fastback roofline that encloses a generous load bed that includes fittings designed to secure extreme sports equipment.

The DC100 Sport is finished in an exhilarating metallic amber that echoes the vibrant ochre hues found in Africa; eye-catching whether exploring mountain tracks, breezing along a beach or cruising through town.

Interior Design

Land Rover DC100 Concept Interior Functionality and usability are two key characteristics of Land Rover interiors – the position and logic of every control should be obvious the moment the driver enters. The concepts take this premise and address it in a truly contemporary way.

The form and function of the concepts are visually integrated in the interior layout; the door structure flows into the cabin before forming an elegant beam running the width of the dash.

This means that the concepts can recreate the Series 1 three-abreast seating layout.

This seating arrangement, as well as creating a more social vehicle, extends its versatility. The passenger seat can be folded out of the way to increase carrying capacity.

The middle seat conceals a large secure storage area while in front of it is a machined aluminum tray which contains induction charging technology to power electronic devices.

This innovative layout is particularly space-efficient, allowing for integrated storage areas both above and below the central beam and for the gearlever to be mounted on the centre console. This reduces the time the driver’s hand is away from the wheel while changing gear, increasing control during off-road or high-speed driving.

Like the original Land Rovers, the DC100 concepts have a central instrument binnacle mounted above the gear lever. Combining the informatics functions of an instrument panel with an intuitive touchscreen interface, the unit is backed by powerful telematics technology that co-ordinates the ground-breaking technologies to be found in these concepts.

Land Rover DC100 Sport Concept Interior All of the concepts’ functions can be controlled via this interface, using a combination of swipe and press gestures on the touchscreen. The steering wheel includes four shortcut keys that reconfigure the touchscreen to control functions such as navigation, audio and climate.

The control unit is removable from the concepts to extend its functionality. Finished in shock and water-resistant silicon and equipped with its own power source, camera and satellite connectivity, this allows it to be used as a portable navigation tool with an internal hard drive that can record waypoints, HD video footage and stills images.

The cabins of both concepts have been finished with materials that share certain rugged, durable qualities. All these have been chosen for their sustainability both in terms of composition and manufacture, such as seat foam derived from castor oil – a first for a European manufacturer – and semi-structural panels and sound insulating boards made from flax and natural polymers.

Taking its cue from technical sportswear, DC100 uses the latest generation of performance materials to create an interior of premium quality that is adaptable and hardwearing.

The beam running the width of the cabin, door panels and seat bolsters are trimmed in Obsidian Grey and Carbon Black Ultrafabric, a technical cloth found on designer furniture and super yachts. Ultrafabric is not only antimicrobial, water-repellent, breathable and resistant to solar ageing, it is also PVC-free, low in volatile organic compounds and lightweight, making it a very sustainable product.

Complementing this is Superfabric, an almost indestructible textile with a premium feel. Normally found in protective clothing for extreme environments – including spacesuits – DC100 uses it on the seat cushions and to line the footwells and rear load space. The base fabric is 100 per cent recycled and the printed plate is made of eco-friendly non-toxic materials. Aluminium also features extensively and as a trim material – such as the drains in the fully washable rear load bed – it is made of 100 per cent recycled metal.

Land Rover DC100 Sport Concept InteriorDC100 Sport achieves the same singularity of purpose with a mixture of ultra-modern and traditional materials. The seats are trimmed in the original protective material; leather, with a lightweight, breathable mesh insert in a bold Tribal Tech pattern.

The hide, itself a by-product, is sourced from Bridge of Weir, a Scottish company with impeccable environmental credentials that make it 97 per cent self-sufficient.

The hide is covered with a 3D-textured mesh that alternately reveals and hides the Tribal Tech pattern.

The Tribal pattern is repeated on the floor of DC100 Sport where floor mats are made of Ombrae, a sculptural medium used in art installations and modern architecture.

This dynamic 3D material changes its appearance through the use of light and shadow, depending on the angle from which it is viewed. The same pattern is also echoed in the hand-cut Pirelli tires.

The concepts’ outward modularity is repeated in the interior where the door canisters can be configured according to requirements with options ranging from portable barbecue sets to field first-aid kits.

Land Rover DC100 Sport Concept InteriorThis inclusion of technology extends to the rear of the two concepts with cutting-edge features in the fully configurable load spaces.

Down the centre of each is an aluminum inductive charging strip which in the DC100 Sport is used to either chill or heat a removable compartment – perfect for picnics on the beach or hot drinks on the slopes – while the remaining space has been designed to accommodate three kite surf boards.

In DC100 the inductive strip can be used to charge a range of power tools on the move, with supplementary equipment carried in flanking canisters.

A further charging area to one side is used in DC100 Sport for charging a bespoke removable speaker system from audio specialists Meridian that wirelessly streams music from concept to cabana. In DC100 this feature can be used to charge communication equipment or laptops.

The project design of Ford Mad Max Interceptor is a resulted from collaboration between Ford Australia’s design team and TopGear Australia. This futuristic car concept is intended for the movie franchise entitled Mad Max. The Interceptor is an iconic car which was used by Mel Gibson at the first movie which was directed by George Miller in 1979. Chris Svensson from Australia’s ford design team said,“Our entire team was very excited to be involved in this after-hours project and they approached it with a great deal of enthusiasm – even those that were too young to remember the first Mad Max movie. We had a special screening of the original movie so they could understand it.”

The projected works were presented by a designer group such as: Nima Nourian, Simon Brook, David Dewitt, Max Tran, Nick Eterovic and Sven Delcour. Amongst the different entries, TopGear Australia has choosen two designs, designed by designed Nima Nourian and Simon Brook, selected because of the visual strength, technology and weaponry on the design.

Many car manufacturers compete to produce the most advanced lightweight car for future transformation. For that reason, Audi Car Company has revealed a lightweight car which is available in roadster and coupe version named Audi Urban. The concept tries to realize a 1 + 1 vehicle coupled with a CFRP structure and electric powertrain. Audi Urban electric vehicle concept is also known as Audi Spyder, it’s resulted from deep research of urban vehicle that will be produced at the future. The interior layout offers 1 + 1 seating layout with the technology application taken from Audi e-tron concept.

Audi Urban concept is focused to give driving efficiency, lightweight car off course which is combined with a sporty look. The stylish body has special free – standing 21 inch wheels surrounded by protective plates which integrate blinking strips of LED lights. The sliding door can be opened to the top diagonally. The interior is designed to accommodate a passenger plus its driver.