Automotive Design
Franz von Holzhausen shapes Tesla's design legacy
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Franz von Holzhausen, Tesla's design chief, has redefined electric vehicles through innovative designs from the Model S to the Cybertruck. Recruited by Elon Musk in 2008, he built Tesla's visual identity from scratch. His career spans legacy automakers like Volkswagen, GM, and Mazda, blending nostalgia, athleticism, and futuristic aesthetics.
Tesla launches Marine Blue paint for Model Y in Europe
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Tesla has introduced a new Marine Blue paint option for its Model Y vehicles built in Europe, available through the online configurator in select countries. This deep, rich blue replaces the older Deep Blue Metallic and is priced at €1,300. The color is exclusive to Premium and Performance trims produced at Gigafactory Berlin.