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Sasha Selipanov is the founder of NILU27 (https://nilu27.com/), a new hypercar company focused on delivering an engaging manual V12 experience. Sasha shares his incredible journey, from designing icons like the Bugatti Chiron, Lamborghini Huracán, and Genesis Essentia, to his latest venture with NILU27, where he aims to reshape the hypercar landscape.We explore Sasha’s design philosophy as he talks about balancing the artistry of classical beauty with modern engineering, his hands-on approach to design, and his vision for analog, emotionally-driven sports cars. Hear stories from his remarkable journey through car design, including major stops at Bugatti, Lamborghini, Genesis, and Koenigsegg. Sasha shares insights into the creation of the Gemera and CC850 at Koenigsegg, and how those experiences inspired him to pursue his lifelong dream of crafting a hypercar that prioritizes emotion over sheer numbers. Discover the passion behind NILU’s vision for redefining the modern hypercar and the car Sasha has always wanted to create.https://www.instagram.com/nilu27_official/Enjoy,SamShow Notes:00:00 The Allure of Classic Sports Cars02:47 Sasha Selipanov: A Journey in Car Design06:06 The Competitive Nature of Exterior Design08:57 The Chiron Project: A Designer's Perspective12:14 Reflections on Design Choices15:08 Heritage vs. Innovation in Car Design17:57 The Koenigsegg Experience: A Dream Realised20:53 Designing the Gemera: Challenges and Triumphs24:13 Creating a New Hypercar: The Vision Behind Nilu2727:04 The Shift from Numbers to Emotion in Car Design39:47 The Shift in Automotive Values42:06 Beauty and Experience in Car Design45:55 The Joy of Manual Driving49:49 Craftsmanship vs. Industrial Production54:34 Market Dynamics and Customer Interest01:00:21 The Future of Manual Cars01:02:21 Innovative Designs and the Cybertruck01:10:27 Personal Favorites and Dream Cars Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
