The Masters of Engineering Podcast

Styling Iconic Sports Cars: Mark Ferri, Designer of the Corvette Stingray

August 15, 2019 Matt Butler Season 1 Episode 2
The Masters of Engineering Podcast
Styling Iconic Sports Cars: Mark Ferri, Designer of the Corvette Stingray
Show Notes

Ever wonder how your favorite sports car or luxury car got its classic look? Guest Mark Ferri, a senior industrial designer for Uber, was previously a designer at General Motors for 17 years. At GM. he personally styled (using both clay models and computer design) the Corvette Stingray, the Camaro 6, the Cadillac XTS and many other vehicle exteriors and interiors.

In this episode, Mark reveals the challenges of redesigning the look of iconic car brands, and offers advice to aspiring product designers who are still in school.