Nicholas David
About Nicholas David
Nicholas David is a Senior Design Director at Karma Automotive, where he oversees all aspects of design. With extensive experience in automotive design, he has contributed to notable projects such as the FXE Hypercar and the Karma Kaveya GT Supercar.
Work at Karma Automotive
Nicholas David currently serves as the Senior Design Director at Karma Automotive, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees all aspects of design, including exterior, interior, color, material, and finish (CMF), as well as visualization and user interface/user experience (UiUx). His contributions include the FXE Hypercar program, which was showcased at the Petersen Automotive Museum. Prior to this role, he worked as the Director of Interior Design at Karma Automotive for seven months in 2022.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas David has a solid educational background in design and engineering. He earned a Master of Arts in Vehicle Design from the Royal College of Art, studying there from 2000 to 2002. He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Automotive Design from Coventry University. Earlier in his academic journey, he obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wales, Swansea, from 1996 to 1999. His diverse educational background supports his extensive experience in automotive design.
Background in Automotive Design
Nicholas David has a comprehensive background in automotive design, having worked with several prominent companies. He began his career at General Motors Advanced Design in Coventry, UK, where he worked as a Concept Designer from 2002 to 2005. He then held various positions, including Senior Concept Designer at Honda R&D Americas and Jaguar Cars. His experience spans across multiple design studios, including a significant role at ARIA GROUP as Design Director from 2013 to 2018.
Key Projects and Contributions
Throughout his career, Nicholas David has played a significant role in various high-profile automotive projects. He executed the Chevy TRU140S Sports Coupe as part of a trilogy of show cars for GM Design Hollywood. He also contributed to the design of the Jaguar XK-RS limited edition production GT coupe and was involved in the development of the Jaguar CX-75 turbine supercar, unveiled at the 2010 Paris Motor Show. Additionally, he developed the EN0.146 EV Concept car and the Enpulse Electric supercar, which became the Hyper SSR under the Aion brand.
Professional Collaborations
Nicholas David has partnered with several industry leaders to enhance product design and creative strategies. His collaborations include working with executives at BMW DesignWorks, Zoox, Gulfstream, Nest, and SpaceX. These partnerships reflect his ability to integrate innovative design concepts across various sectors within the automotive industry.