Vehicle Architecture Basics for Car Designers: Gravity Sketch Demo

In this tutorial we discuss the essential components that make up the architecture of any vehicle. We discuss the various vehicle types and silhouettes, along with driver and passenger placement. You'll learn about the various types of engines and drivetrain layouts and their effect on vehicle proportions, including Front Wheel Drive (FWD), Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and All Wheel Drive (AWD). We also discuss Battery Electric (BEV) powertrains and battery configurations.
This knowledge is essential for car designers and automotive stylists, in the effort to communicate effectively with engineers, translating brilliant design proposals into real world vehicles.