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“I've always felt that stylists such as you have in America are ashamed of a car and are preoccupied with making it look like something else, like a submarine or an airship...As an engineer, I revolt against this.”

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Alec Issigonis, born on November 18, 1906, and died on October 2, 1988, was one of the most influential automotive designers of the 20th century. Known for his profound impact on the automotive industry, his most famous work is the Mini car introduced in 1959, which became a classic due to its innovative design and practicality. more

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