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Concept Car of the Week: GM-X Stiletto (1964)

With dreams of flying cars as the ultimate inspiration, General Motors designers in the ‘60s used every trick possible to make their creations appear as though they were floating – long, straight bodies, wheels pushed in and hidden away, large fins and lights that looked like rockets. As William L. Mitchell took the reins of GM Design, he brought a more high-tech approach, with simpler surfaces, a more restrained use of chrome and a general sense of elegant simplicity.

Nike's 'Making' app: helping designers choose most sustainable materials

As we're told more and more frequently about the impact of our environmental footprint on the world, it's no surprise that companies of all disciplines are examining their processes to cut emissions and waste. Now Nike has entered the fray by developing a free app giving designers a deeper insight of how green their material choices are. The sportswear giant's new free ‘Making' app allows designers to examine the sustainability of 22 different product materials such as cotton, silk and grass-fed leather.

Bentley Mulsanne Mulliner Driving Specification arrives

The Bentley Mulsanne Mulliner Driving Specification debuts at Geneva Bentley are adding a predictable sporty touch to the Mulsanne by adding Mulliner bits to create the Bentley Mulsanne Mulliner Driving Specification. Debuts at Geneva. It may not be quite a Mulliner Speed, but for now the new Bentley Mulsanne Mulliner Driving Specification offering from Crewe is as close as you’re going to get to a ‘Sporty’ Mulsanne.