Goodie Hoodie

In the United States, the hoodie is more than just clothing for teenagers; it serves as a universal “uniform” that offers both physical comfort and a sense of psychological security. During the social pressures of high school, the oversized silhouette provides a “portable safe space” and a way to signal identity or group affiliation. Whether it’s a high-end streetwear piece or a simple school sweatshirt, the hoodie represents a blend of privacy and self-expression that has become an essential part of American youth culture.

Honda Z600

This is my design for a new model of the stylish Honda Z600. The Z600 was a micro car manufactured between 1970 and 1974, celebrated for its quirky “sporty” design and compact dimensions. Often nicknamed the “water goggles” or “TV-set” due to the thick black plastic bezel surrounding its rear glass hatch, it was powered by a high-revving 598cc air-cooled, two-cylinder engine derived from Honda’s motorcycle expertise. Despite its diminutive size, measuring just 123 inches long and weighing approximately 1,300 pounds, it could reach top speeds of roughly 75-80 mph and achieved an impressive 40-50 mpg. Marketed as a fun, efficient city car, the Z600 played a pivotal in establishing Honda’s automotive presence in the U.S. and Europe.

Gilera Saturno 2.0

Un’idea progettuale per una nuova Gilera 500 Saturno Bialbero. L’originale è  nata sul finire del 1987 e commercializzata dal 1988, rappresenta un affascinante esempio di “neo-classic” ante-litteram, progettata principalmente per soddisfare la passione del mercato giapponese per le monocilindriche sportive italiane. Sviluppata ad Arcore sotto la guida dell’ingegner Sandro Colombo, questa moto rievoca nel nome la gloriosa progenitrice degli anni ’40, ma adotta una meccanica moderna: il motore è il “Bi4”, un monocilindrico bialbero a 4 tempi raffreddato a liquido, derivato dall’enduro Dakota, capace di circa 45 CV a 7000 giri/min. Caratterizzata da una linea “asciutta” e filante, con sella monoposto e una ciclistica raffinata (telaio a traliccio in acciaio, forcelle Marzocchi da 40 mm), la Saturno 500 offriva una guida precisa e leggera, distinguendosi per l’assenza di vibrazioni grazie al contralbero. Nonostante le sue qualità, la produzione fu limitata a meno di 2.000 esemplari totali, rendendola oggi una moto molto ambita dai collezionisti.

The Trabant saga

Joke of the day: if we add the third volume (third box) to a Mini, we almost get a modern version of the Trabant 601. Vertical tail lights with chrome frames, horizontal well defined shoulder line, rear window almost touching side windows, smooth sides with no moldings.