www.autoworld.com, 14 Oct 2005 "The HCD8 is a conceptual design model used to evaluate the design, package and proportion of the next generation sports coupe," said Chris Zarlenga, Design Manager on the HCD8 project. "The HCD8 has graceful, flowing lines. The surfaces of the vehicle have the volume and shape to retain some classicism of a sports car. We also worked with surfaces and lines that stir the inner emotions of passion, romance and performance. We arranged the graphic components to signal strength, attitude and power," Zarlenga added....

"We wanted to contrast the rich, luxurious interior against the Ballistic Yellow exterior," said Zarlenga.

Architecture "The HCD8 pushes the architecture and package to the limit," Zarlenga said. "This provides a new and exciting proportion that can accommodate the needs of the concept," he explained....

"We view the HCD8 as an instrument to design exploration and design development, Zarlenga explained.