Design - MOVEMNT

Rolls Royce develops 100 highly bespoke EVs for super-rich clientele

by Eve Stevens | Apr 14, 2026

In the world of the super-wealthy, hyper-personalisation ensures ultimate exclusivity, promising a completely unique driving experience that sometimes even money cannot buy. This is the strategy that Rolls-Royce is banking on when it comes to its luxury EV segment, pledging to produce just 100 highly bespoke vehicles for a small number of super-rich customers.

These custom-built, two-seater vehicles will be developed alongside clients in a four-year-long process that began back in 2024.

The design vs safety dilemma: Why carmakers are embracing buttons over touchscreens

by Eve Stevens | Mar 16, 2026

As automakers seek to maximise the sleek, futuristic look of new models, the market has seen a sharp increase in the number of vehicles minimising bulky handles and buttons in favour of digital screens and concealed, automated handles.

Whilst these design features may offer the forward-looking glamour that elevates the in-car experience, concerns over safety have seen automakers retreating back to intuitive design features, including tactile buttons and manual handles.

China’s EV sales fall for the first time in 2 years

by Eve Stevens | Feb 12, 2026

Government subsidies and cheap manufacturing costs have long given Chinese automakers a competitive edge when it comes to EV production, facilitating the rapid expansion of manufacturers like BYD and Geely into overseas markets.

This seemingly unstoppable growth now appears to be showing signs of waning, following an announcement from the China Passenger Car Association reporting a fall in electric vehicle sales for the first time since February 2024.

China becomes first country to ban retractable car handles over safety concerns

by Eve Stevens | Feb 3, 2026

China is set to become the first country to ban retractable door handles on passenger vehicles. The trend, popularised by EV makers seeking sleek silhouettes and improved aerodynamics, has raised safety concerns amongst vehicle legislators.

The new safety standards were announced by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) and will take effect in 2027.