While most automotive engineers focus on engines or safety systems, Chris Fischer has carved out one of the industry’s most unexpectedly complex niches: he’s Nissan’s lead engineer for cup holders. … [Read more...] about The Surprisingly Complex Job of Nissan’s Cup Holder Engineer
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Bugatti Creates its First Cup Holder After a Driver Spills Her Drink
Bugatti says it designed a cup holder for a client after she spilled a drink all over her Chiron's door panel. Apparently, the $3 million super car doesn't already have one. … [Read more...] about Bugatti Creates its First Cup Holder After a Driver Spills Her Drink
Is This the World’s Priciest Cup Holder?
A cup holder is arguably the simplest and most pragmatic feature you'll find in a vehicle's interior, but how much are you willing to pay for one? … [Read more...] about Is This the World’s Priciest Cup Holder?
The Subaru Ascent Has 19 Cup Holders
The 2019 Subaru Ascent will come equipped with 19 cup holders, which is more than any mass-market vehicle ever produced. … [Read more...] about The Subaru Ascent Has 19 Cup Holders
Ford’s Super Extreme Cup Holder Test
Ford Motor Company is famous for the many strange ways it tests the quality of its car interiors. Case in point, check out this video showcasing its "rollercoaster test," which measures how much g-force drinks placed in its cup holders can withstand before toppling over. … [Read more...] about Ford’s Super Extreme Cup Holder Test
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