The Face of Change: Portraits of Automotive Evolutionprovides a compelling examination of the cultural, economic, political, socialand technological factors that have affected the course of the automobile's developmentover history. From the Benz Patent-Motorwagen in 1886 to the Tesla Model S ofthe 21st Century, an all-star cast of contributors, including faculty membersfrom the world-renowned Art Center College of Design, weave an informative andentertaining narrative reviewing the automobile's evolutionary path andpredicting where that road might lead in the future. A must for everyautomotive enthusiast, this book combines fascinating essays, detailedanalysis, rare period images and beautiful automotive portraiture fromphotographer Michael Furman to create a memorable experience for the readerthat is sure to become a treasured volume to be referred to time and again.