We are talking about a Double Challenge project that asked RCA MA second year students to design a compelling ultra-compact vehicle that could preview a Citroen e-vehicle of the future. The project was also sponsored by EXA, a France-based aerodynamic simulation software company.
The E-3POD Antistatic, which was created by Heikki Juvonen, was chosen as the winning design by representatives from Citroen’s Style Centre and Electric Vehicle Development Team. This is a single-seater three-wheeler urban EV. It uses two smaller wheels at the front, with the driver sitting inside a larger third wheel with a hub-less design.
Heikki will now receive a six month employment contract to join the prestigious PSA Design Centre team in Paris.
“I’m thrilled Citroen selected my design as their favourite and I can’t wait to work with their talented team in France. As a designer I strive for new and better solutions. Good and sustainable design not only improves manufacturer brand image and sales, but can also help to preserve our environment,” Heikki said.
“We’re delighted to be involved in this important RCA project. The students have produced some truly exceptional ideas for the future design of electric Citroen vehicles. This type of powertrain is increasingly recognised as an important solution for economically and environmentally viable urban transport; so it’s fantastic to see the electric visions of these potential car designers of tomorrow,” said Philippe Holland, Responsable Style Graphique at Citroen.
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