The automobile opened up the whole wide world to mankind. It shaped our culture from the very beginning, developing into a phenomenon that is eagerly embraced by the arts. Engineers and advertisers also use their own visual language, making a journey through the history of the forms of automobile representations a wild ride through the last century, a dazzling display of symbolism and aesthetics, from the beginnings of mobility to contemporary pop culture and visionary renderings. The very intersection of media and automobiles unveils an extremely exciting world that reveals a lot about ourselves. AUTHOR: Sven Wedemeyer is a freelance automotive journalist and photographer. He has been creating written and photographic automotive content under the label Wheels of Stil since 2011. The Brandenburg native combines his interest in vehicles with work for prominent publishers, agencies, manufacturers, and event organisers. He focuses on compelling coverage and profound reflections on our automotive culture. SELLING POINTS: . Celebrating the car: an exciting cross-section of the legend of the automobile in art, design, and the media . An anthem to the aesthetics of the automobile: a must for car lovers and design aficionados alike . Featuring interviews with leading engineers, designers, and artists: new details, previously unknown sketches, and exciting background information 150 colour illustrations
