Dassault Systèmes and Riversimple partner for eCar Design Contest

Dassault Systèmes, in collaboration with Riversimple and the 40 Fires foundation, launched their eCar Design Contest recently, designed to encourage cooperation and the development of ideas on an open source platform. The companies had been in talks for some time regarding a joint project and this competition – a completely holistic, closed-loop approach to the building, sale and use of a car – is the result of their successful collaboration. Christopher Reitz, head designer at Riversimple, says, "The open source platform is a fantastic tool.

Hyundai Equus headed for U.S. market, targets Lexus LS sedan

Hyundai plans to bring its Equus luxury sedan to the United States next July. About 100 units of the Equus are being evaluated this summer by U.S. dealers and consumers.

Audi TT (2006): first official pictures

By Phil McNamara First Official Pictures 13 July 2006 03:14 In a nutshell Here are the first pictures of the all-new TT coupe - and the fashionista's favourite has become a serious sports car, claims Audi. The design update is edgier and more muscular, and there's a similar overhaul going on beneath the skin. The front end is now made of lightweight aluminium, to sharpen the handling.