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The car designs of the 1960s are often celebrated for their sleek lines and distinctive appearance, a look that was partly achieved through the use of thin pillars. These design choices were a product ...

The last thing you want to worry about in the event of a crash is how much of your head the pillars can absorb if you hit one, but that’s just what Audi is looking to fix in a recall issued for some ...

We’ve uncovered another Ferrari patent. It’s not a joystick this time, but it’s something similar to what we’ve seen in F1: a central pillar ahead of the cockpit. Modern car design is at a crossroads.

14-year-old Alaina Gassler came up with the system after seeing her mother struggle with visibility in their car. Kyle Hyatt (he/him/his) hails originally from the Pacific Northwest, but has long ...