Frank Stephenson

Automotive designer, designed Mini Cooper

Frank Stephenson - Automotive designer, designed Mini Cooper
Born

October 3rd, 1959
65 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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An Italian automotive designer and blogger, contributed to the design of several notable vehicles. Worked on the relaunch of the Mini brand under BMW, resulting in the bestselling new Mini Cooper. Contributed to other projects at BMW, including the design of the BMW X5. Later worked with McLaren Automotive, creating the MP4-12C and P1 hypercar. Engaged in automotive journalism and design education through a blog and various media platforms.

Designed the new Mini Cooper

Worked on BMW X5 design

Designed McLaren MP4-12C and P1

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