IED Torino: over 30 years of innovation in Transportation Design

A collection of concept cars highlighting talent and collaborations with the most prestigious automotive brands.

In November 1994, seven young pioneers joined the first Transportation Design class at the Istituto Europeo di Design.

Today, more than 30 years later, the IED Torino seat continues to be a source of extraordinary talents who, sketch after sketch, have pushed the boundaries of shape and function to new heights, defining the distinctive features of future cars. From the first experimentation with design to collaborations with the most prestigious automotive brands, each concept car is a vision of an evolving world, a chapter in an ongoing journey.

The collection of 1:1 scale prototypes developed by the students of theMaster Course in Transportation Design tells a story of synergies with globally renowned brands – Tesla, Pagani, Suzuki, Alfa Romeo, Hyundai, Fiat, Alpine, Abarth, Mitsubishi and many others.

This is an invaluable legacy that bears witness to the progress in style, technique, and design approach of many young designers who have become accomplished professionals in the automotive industry. The creation of these models is an expression of the uniqueness and distinctive values inherent in IED identity: something that, as always, IED Torino continues to enhance with every new project it undertakes.

 

The 2025 final project video

The evolution of projects over the years

Why study Transportation Design at IED Torino

Nicolò Vallauri - Transportation Designer - Pininfarina
“The two years of the IED Master Course in Transportation Design gave me the opportunity to develop the necessary skills to become a Transportation Designer, enabling me to understand the ongoing changes the industry is currently experiencing.”

Ricardo Campos Ortega - Automotive Designer - Jeep
“I am very proud to be part of the first IED class that worked with Honda on its final thesis, in which we created TOMO. This is our vision of a fun car for 2025 presented at the 89th Geneva Motor Show.”

Ricardo Casillas - Digital Sculptor - Apple
“One of the most beautiful things that ever happened to me was landing in Turin almost 20 years ago and forming a wonderful friendship there. The city itself is very influential for car enthusiasts, as car culture is part of everyday life in Turin.”

Quentin Amore - Senior Exterior Designer at Maserati (Stellantis)
“During my studies at IED, I gained a deep understanding of the Italian automotive design process. The strong connection between Italy and design history made me realise how fortunate I was to study what I loved in the city of Turin. ”

Andrea Mocellin - founder of Revolve Wheel and Lead Product Designer at Lilium.
“Meeting design legends like Giugiaro, Pininfarina, and Bertone was like a dream come true. Feeling so close to their brilliant work and vision pushed me to work as hard as possible to land my first job as a Car Designer.”

Marco Gianotti - Exterior Designer at Hyundai Europe
“I chose to refine my knowledge in Transportation at IED because, from the very first presentation of the Master Course programme, I noticed the excellent opportunity it offers for professional advancement. Specifically, it gives students the chance to create a 1:1 scale car model to be presented at the Geneva Motor Show.”

Partner Companies over the years

Working in the creative industries requires passion and curiosity about the world around us: the possibilities are endless.

Students who finished the Transportation Design programme at IED currently work as: 

·        Car designers
·        Boat / bicycle / motorbike designer
·        Mobility consultant 
·        Colour & Trim
·        Automotive Interaction Specialist
·        Transport designers
·        Urban mobility designer

Scopri chi è, cosa  fa e come diventare: Transportation Designer.

L'offerta didattica Transportation Design a IED Torino