blog post 4
hello and welcome back to my blog post! today i will be doing research on why do modern cars have a more athletic designs, is it just a trend or does it have a benefit? to answer my main question ” why has cars evolved over time?
we can see that cars look more athletic and have wondered if its just for the looks or if it even has a benefit. to answer the question yes for the most part the manufacture of cars are design like that to increase the speed of the car but to also give in allision of sharp and movement. we can see this in the face of the car with the sharp lines and angles that create a aggressive look. the sport cars has become a trend but it does come with a benefit which is getting the top speed.
in the research i have done with the sport/athletic cars is that they are mostly either hybrid or electric. this is a huge step into helping our environment. seems to be the future of cars, the most popular hybrid car is currently the Toyota Prius and the most popular electric car is the Tesla Model 3.
- Why Are Sports Cars Becoming More Aggressive In Design? by Abdulhttps://www.osvehicle.com/why-are-sports-cars-becoming-more-aggressive-in-design/#:~:text=By%20creating%20a%20car%20with%20more%20aerodynamic%20features%2C,to%20be%20more%20appealing%20than%20a%20traditional%20one.
- A LOOK AT THE MOST AERODYNAMIC CARS EVER BUILT by Lewin Day https://hackaday.com/2021/04/20/a-look-at-the-most-aerodynamic-cars-ever-built/
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Hello Dara,
What a cool topic that appeals to the fascinating idea of car design evolution! I particularly enjoyed your piece on the majority of ‘athletic’ looking cars being hybrid or electric, demonstrating society’s positive shift towards climate sustainability. For next time, I’d like to see you touch a little bit more about the psychology behind why athletic cars appeal to the consumer. In what scenario is buying a car solely for the purpose of flexing status in this economy? Nevertheless, your examples of certain models are top notch and I cannot wait to read more!
Below I have listed a few helpful websites:
https://www.8ways.ch/en/digital-news/how-ferrari-promotes-brand-awareness-appeals-its-niche-market
https://www.autonews.com/article/20160511/RETAIL03/160519972/auto-marketers-tout-the-benefits-of-sports-advertising
https://www.quora.com/Why-dont-car-manufacturers-make-all-cars-as-visually-appealing-as-Ferraris-or-Lamborghinis
-Ava
Hey Dara!
It was interesting to read your blog as your topic was one I am not very knowledgeable in. I liked how you included photos of various ‘athletic cars’ and researched on those models as well.
For your future posts, something you could do to make improve them further would be further explain your ideas and maybe divide them up into little topics so there is more to talk about. An example of this would be, for this post, talking about why sports cars came to be (a history), their benefits if they have any, and how you (your research) thinks sports cars will change the automotive industry in the near future.
Here is a source I found that talks about the basics of manufacturing modern cars as I believe, you mentioned a future blog post being on that.
https://www.britannica.com/technology/automotive-industry/The-modern-industry
I hope this was helpful and can help you further your research in the area!
Best of luck and I look forward to following along,
Anannya B
Hi Dara!
This is a super cool topic, I really love cars especially sports cars and I think the question you’re asking is very interesting. This is true sports cars are made to be fast with their smooth aerodynamic shapes and that one of the main goals with these cars is speed. However, I believe it would’ve been helpful as well to see which cars make which specific modifications for speed and which ones just for the aesthetic or for branding, because another component to these sports cars is that they are very well made for looks. For example how come Porshes have more smooth looks whereas Lamborginis are more hard-cut at the edges?
Here’s a few links that could help:
https://www.topspeed.com/things-only-sports-car-owners-understand/
https://www.carscoops.com/2013/09/why-sports-cars-look-way-they-do-and/
https://www.popsci.com/technology/performance-cars-explained/
Overall this is a very interesting blog post as well as a very interesting question and I hope the best for your inquiry. Keep up the good work!
Laura.
Hi Dara,
Reading your blog post was really interesting! Do you have a specific interest in cars? What is your opinion on these different kinds of cars and which one would you choose for your own car?
Here’s an article you might find interesting: https://www.idrivesafely.com/defensive-driving/trending/evolution-automobile
Good luck with your future posts!
-Aniela
Hello Dara!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading your blog post on the evolution of car designs and the shift towards more athletic aesthetics. Your exploration into the reasons behind this trend, especially in terms of enhancing speed and creating a dynamic appearance, was insightful. I loved your emphasis on the functional benefits rather than dismissing it as a stylistic choice. Additionally, your inclusion of the environmental aspect with the focus on hybrid and electric sport/athletic cars was a great touch. And how you connected the trend with a positive impact on the environment, showing the future direction of the automotive industry. To add an intriguing layer to your future research, you might consider looking into the advancements in autonomous driving technology and its impact on car design. Exploring how autonomous features influence the aesthetics of cars and whether there’s a balance between functionality and style in this aspect could make for an interesting point. Keep up the excellent work!
https://www.autodesk.com/customer-stories/general-motors-generative-design
Hi Dara,
I really enjoyed reading your blog post! I loved your topic because I love cars and their designs, and I also love the concept that designs can also improve performance.
I really like that you gave multiple examples instead of just one, and that you also considered the lines and angles. Something that could improve your post is adding explanations for every example, but other than that, I loved reading your post!
https://www.hagerty.com/media/design/what-makes-good-car-design-an-industry-insider-peels-back-the-studio-curtain/#:~:text=The%20following%20things%20are%20necessary,everything%20else%20will%20be%20wrong.
-Fred