Art Center Car Classic 2013: Inspired By Nature

Pasadena CA, Sep 24 2013 - Top transportation designers, car collectors and auto enthusiasts of all kinds converge at Art Center College of Design’s annual Car Classic on Sunday, October 27. Join in for a daylong celebration of all things automotive, learn more about the people who design the cars we love and explore the many ways nature and our everyday surroundings inspire technology, safety, transportation and personal mobility.

Jay Leno's arrives at the Art Center Car Classic 2012 in his Ecojet

Car Classic serves as a reminder that behind every beautifully designed car is an innovative and talented designer—one most likely educated at Art Center College of Design. For more than 10 years, Art Center’s Car Classic event has examined automotive culture and vehicle architecture through the lens of design. More than just another high-profile car show, this popular public event celebrates the very best in automotive design, showcasing the College’s strong ties to industry and honoring many of our noteworthy alumni.

Art Center Car Classic. A concours event unlike any other.

Art Center Car Classic 2013: Inspired By Nature Highlights:

- More than 100 innovative vehicles and rare automobiles
- Emcees Ed Justice Jr., co-host of Motor Trend Radio; Dave Kunz, KABC automotive reporter; and Barry Meguiar, host of Speed Channel’s Car Crazy
- Live interviews with transportation designers and car collectors on the field
- Tours of Art Center's design studios, 3D rapid prototyping facilities and galleries

Art Center Car Classic 2012: Inspired Design

1958 Biarritz Wins Best in Class at Art Center Car Classic Inspired Design