- Chapman responsible for X5, X3, Z4 and 1-series at BMW
- Expect accelerated design maturity at Hyundai as we have seen at KIA with their ex-Audi design guru, Peter Schreyer
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| Champan's first concept. Isuzu XU1 Tokyo Motor Show 1993 |
Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) announced that Christopher Chapman has been named chief designer of the Hyundai Design Center in Irvine, Calif. Chapman will be responsible for new vehicle and concept design for Hyundai.
"With over 22 years of experience in the industry working on esteemed automotive brands, Chris provides a level of talent that will help further our design portfolio," said SukGeun Oh, Head of Design, Senior Executive Vice President Hyundai Design Center.
