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Volkswagen Embraces a Friendlier Design Philosophy Amid Aggressive Automotive Trends

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
December 6, 2024
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Volkswagen Embraces a Friendlier Design Philosophy Amid Aggressive Automotive Trends

In a world where sports cars are increasingly designed with aggressive aesthetics—angry eyes, massive grilles, and sharp spoilers—Volkswagen is taking a different path. According to Andy Mindt, Volkswagen’s head of design, the company is leaning into a friendlier, more approachable design philosophy. Speaking with Top Gear, Mindt emphasized that VW’s focus is on creating cars that project a positive, optimistic image rather than an aggressive one.

“I believe most people don’t want to be the coolest or appear aggressive in public,” Mindt explained. “They want to have a suit and a good outside appearance while being happy and optimistic. What is the need to be aggressive? Our core is like this: be the nice guys.”

This sentiment is reflected in VW’s recent lineup. The ID.Buzz, with its retro vibes and approachable design, embodies this ethos perfectly. While some of VW’s models, like the GLI and GTI, feature the brand’s signature downturned headlights and pronounced grilles, they still manage to maintain a softer, less aggressive stance compared to their competitors.

Mindt also highlighted Volkswagen’s commitment to enhancing its interiors by investing in higher-quality materials and ditching cheaper trims. “We’re going to try and kick out cheap plastic materials and put the money instead into fabrics and improving quality,” he noted. This approach not only elevates the user experience but also allows the company to allocate resources more effectively across their vehicles.

Volkswagen recently unveiled the 2025 Golf R and the Jetta GLI, but they’re not stopping there. The automaker has an exciting lineup planned, including one of its most anticipated models—a fully electric GTI. Volkswagen promises that this new GTI will be “more exciting” to drive than its gasoline counterpart, signaling a bold step forward in the brand’s evolving design and performance philosophy.

By embracing a friendlier, more optimistic design language, VW is setting itself apart in a market flooded with aggressive and intimidating aesthetics. As the company moves forward, it’s clear that Volkswagen aims to be the brand for those who value quality, style, and a touch of positivity in their daily drive.

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