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Lexus LF-CC Features Touch-Screen Dash

October 4, 2012 By Nadeem Muaddi

You've heard of touch-sensitive fabrics and digital dashboards, but how about touch-sensitive dashboards? The new Lexus LF-CC features just that – a full-on driver interface that works like an iPhone. … [Read more...] about Lexus LF-CC Features Touch-Screen Dash

Introducing Japan’s Toilet Seat Motorcycle

September 11, 2012 By Nadeem Muaddi

In 2011, researchers at Queen Mary University in London made headlines when they discovered that car interiors carry more bacteria than public toilets. Apparently Toto Ltd., a Japanese toilet company, took that as a challenge – because it invented a toilet-seat motorcycle. … [Read more...] about Introducing Japan’s Toilet Seat Motorcycle

Mercedes-Benz’s Foray into Office Furniture

September 8, 2012 By Nadeem Muaddi

Repurposing car interiors for home decor is not new. While auto trimmers have been doing it for years, new companies – like David Clark Designs – have recently taken the practice upscale. Now Mercedes-Benz is getting in on the action. … [Read more...] about Mercedes-Benz’s Foray into Office Furniture

BMW M6 “Moonlight Black” Soft Top

September 4, 2012 By Naseem Muaddi

When it comes to convertible tops, the automotive industry never runs short of ideas. In the last year alone, we've seen everything from racing-stripe canvas to telescopic multi-panel roofs. Now BMW is making headlines with its shimmering "moonlight black" ragtop. … [Read more...] about BMW M6 “Moonlight Black” Soft Top

Kristin Cline’s All-Women Mustang Build

August 8, 2012 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has partnered with Ford to assemble an all-women build team tasked with transforming a stock 2013 Mustang GT into a one-off show car. The build will be based on Ford designer Jennifer Seely’s “High Gear” concept – which is said to be inspired by luxury items like jewelry, couture clothing and high-end architecture. We … [Read more...] about Kristin Cline’s All-Women Mustang Build

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