The genesis of an automobile [antikvár]

INTRODUCTION The automobile has become part of our daily way of life. More than a simple means of transport, cars have fired the imaginations of generations and are today a reasonably reliable pointer as to the life-style of their owners. At the same time, the automobile industry plays a major role in the economy on both a national and global scale. However, despite our proximity to the automobile, we know precious little about many of its mysteries. Beneath the apparent simplicity of today's motor car, and before it can go on sale through the dealership network, a vast range of professional skills and expertise, as well as a multitude of specialist organisations, must first come into play in its development and production. For any manufacturer, the launch of a new model is the fruition of a formidable human adventure. In this behind-the-scenes look at the modern car industry, we have chosen to focus on Renault and the specific example of the new I