An
exhibition celebrating "Italian Avantgarde in Car Design" has opened in
New York. Running until 6th October, thirty two significant Italian cars
have been brought together in a specially designed display at the prestigious
"69th Regiment Armoury" in Manhattan.
The cars on display, built since the early 20th century, ranging from a 1924 Isotta Fraschini 8A to a brand new Ferrari 575M, are displayed along a historical critical itinerary that associates them with the key periods in culture. The highly modern exhibit, covering over 3,000 sq. meters, has been designed by architect Massimo Vignelli.
The Exhibition, organized by ANFIA ( Motor Vehicle Manufacturer Association of Italy ) and the Italian Trade Commission, was conceived and developed by Automobilia, a Company for the History and the Image of the Automobile. Some important workshops will be conducted during the exposition, including a panel discussion on the topic 'USA-Italy: a bridge between two concepts of car design', with the participation of some of the leading Italian and American car designers, who will discuss the interaction between the two technical-cultural worlds.
