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Car Design—A Deal Breaker or Not? Aesthetics is Not All that Matters
17-Nov-2015
North America
Market Research
NEE4-01-00-00-00
AU00044-NA-MR_08598
Cars have been iconic figures in history; their design and evolution are tracked even today as a benchmark of technical capabilities. This study provides an overview of the current trends in vehicle design, with an analysis of the key strategies and design capabilities of global automotive groups based in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. It includes a comparative analysis by headquarters region. The study also looks at design trends for vehicle interiors and exteriors, and the effect that safety regulations are having on design. Market drivers and restraints, and industry challenges are examined. The study period is from 2015 to 2025.
Key Findings
Key Findings (continued)
Current Vehicle Design Trends
Future Vehicle Design Trends
Summary of Top Design Trends
OEM Group Benchmarking—North America
OEM Group Benchmarking—Europe
OEM Group Benchmarking—Asia-Pacific
Key Findings and Future Outlook
Research Scope
Research Aims and Objectives
Key Questions This Study Will Answer
Research Background
Research Methodology
Key OEMs/Groups Compared in this Study
Vehicle Segmentation
Segmentation
Exhibit—Ford F-150 Lightweighting
Trends in Vehicle Design—Exterior Construction
Trends in Vehicle Design—Exterior Engineering
Trends in Vehicle Design—Exterior Styling
Trends in Vehicle Design—Evolution of Body Styles
Trends in Vehicle Design—Safety Regulations
Trends in Vehicle Design—Exterior Lighting Design and Styling
Trends in Vehicle Design—Interior Construction
Trends in Vehicle Design—Seating Concepts
Trends in Vehicle Design—360-degree Vision
Trends in Vehicle Design—CUV Segment Interior Development
Trends in Vehicle Design—Future Vehicle Summary
Drivers and Restraints
Drivers Explained
Restraints Explained
Industry Challenges
Regional OEM Analysis—North America
Regional OEM Analysis—Europe
Regional OEM Analysis—Asia-Pacific
BMW Group Analysis
Daimler Group Analysis
FCA Group Analysis
Ford Group Analysis
General Motors Group Analysis
Honda Group Analysis
Hyundai Group Analysis
Renault-Nissan Group Analysis
Toyota Group Analysis
VW Group Analysis
Key Conclusions
The Last Word—3 Big Predictions
Legal Disclaimer
The Frost & Sullivan Story
Value Proposition—Future of Your Company & Career
Global Perspective
Industry Convergence
360º Research Perspective
Implementation Excellence
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