Alberto Massimino
Italian automotive engineer at Fiat
Born
1895
130 years ago
Died
November 27th, 1975
49 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Italy
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An automotive engineer specialized in vehicle design and development, contributed significantly to automotive engineering at Fiat. Worked on the design of various successful models that became key to Fiat's portfolio. His expertise in automotive technology helped shape modern vehicle designs in Italy, particularly during the mid-20th century. His role in enhancing design efficiency and performance at Fiat helped the company maintain a competitive edge in the automotive market.
Designed various successful Fiat models
Contributed to automotive engineering innovations
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