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“I try cars; I try them all. Cars need to be sexy, because we're not talking about biscuits here.” quote by Lapo Elkann
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“I try cars; I try them all. Cars need to be sexy, because we're not talking about biscuits here.”

Lapo Elkann

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Source Interview: Lapo Elkann on automotive design, 2020

Cars should be exciting and desirable, not merely functional like everyday objects.

In simple terms: Cars need excitement, not blandness.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize design that sparks desire.

Themes

design desire automotive marketing culture

Mood

playful confident

Type

advertising marketing

When to use this quote

  • car advertising
  • product launch
  • luxury market
  • brand revitalization

Key Concepts

Aesthetics consumer psychology brand identity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does design influence purchase decisions?
  • What balance between form and function is ideal?
A Different Perspective

Design alone cannot guarantee sales without performance.

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