
Freeman Thomas (Designer: Audi TT, VW Beetle, RUF, Myers Manx, more!)
About this episode
Freeman Thomas is an American automobile and industrial designer who has worked for Porsche, Volkswagen Group, DaimlerChrysler and Ford. He had his hand in some pivotal cars of our time, including: the VW Concept 1 (it became the new Beetle); the Audi TT, A4, and A6; Dodge Tomahawk motorcycle; and he oversaw the design of numerous vehicles at Ford and Jeep. Now he's the CEO of Meyers Manx, the original dune buggy company that has been brought back to life. https://meyersmanx.com/
Recorded September 20, 2024
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