Concept Cars

Studio chief Derek Jenkins at the Volkswagen design studio in Santa Monica with drawings and a model of the GX3 concept car. (Robert Gauthier / LAT)

Sept. 16, 2014 1:11 AM PT

Southern California-based designers have tunnel vision when it comes to designing innovative automobiles.

A model of the GX3 concept car at the Volkswagen design studio in Santa Monica. (Robert Gauthier / LAT)

Jay Bernard, left, and Sennon Franco of GM Advanced Design Studio designed the interior and exterior of the Pad future concept vehicle described as an urban loft with mobility. (Bryan Chan / LAT)

Harald Belker by a model of one of his designs. Belker is a former commercial car designer who transitioned to Hollywood. His work includes the magnetic levitation highway system and the sexy Lexus electric car that almost outstarred Tom Cruise in “Minority Report.” (Carlos Chavez / LAT)

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