18min chapter

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Gordon Murray

The Smoking Tire

CHAPTER

Innovative Car Design and Driving Experience

The chapter explores how the design of cars can cater to taller individuals, highlighting elements like pedal and shifter feel and weight-saving measures in car design. It delves into the use of 3D printing technology for creating lightweight door handles and emphasizes the importance of analog controls for a tactile driving experience. The conversation also discusses the balance between modern technology and classic driving experiences in car manufacturing, inspired by the Gordon Murray automotive philosophy.

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