STEFANO CEPPIADVANCED DESIGNER
01PROJECT
OVERVIEW

FIATMPV PICO CARGO

PEOPLE. CITIES. OPPORTUNITIES.

A new generation of compact multi-purpose vehicles for the Asian market, developed to expand Fiat’s presence in a fast-growing context, leveraging the strength of IVECO and strategic partnerships with IKEA and FedEx.

Compact FIAT vehicle in an Asian urban environment

A STRATEGIC VISION
FOR A GROWING MARKET

Designing mobility solutions for a new urban reality, combining people, goods and services in compact, electric vehicles designed for Asian cities.

Asian skylineChinese lantern and street
02MARKET
AND BRAND
CONTEXT

AN OPPORTUNITY
IN A CHANGING ASIA

Rapid urbanisation, growing middle classes and new consumption patterns are creating demand for flexible, efficient and sustainable mobility solutions.

↗URBAN
GROWTH
●●●NEW
LIFESTYLES
❧SUSTAINABLE
MOBILITY
Research imagery: Asian cities, transport, commerce and everyday life

A STRATEGIC PERMEATION
THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS

Leveraging existing infrastructures and strong brand recognition in China and Asia through strategic collaborations.

IVECOA TRUSTED BRAND
ALREADY ESTABLISHED
IN ASIA.
IKEARANGE OF PRODUCTS,
LOGISTICS AND
RETAIL NETWORK.
FedExLOGISTICS EXPERTISE
AND LAST-MILE
DISTRIBUTION.
03CONCEPT
DIRECTION

A COMPACT SOLUTION
FOR DENSE CITIES

A small, electric multi-purpose vehicle designed for narrow streets and historic city centres. Easy to load and unload, with maximum functionality in a minimal footprint.

Complete FedEx cargo concept sketch
Sliding doors and ergonomic access
SLIDING DOORSEasy access, even with the elbow.
Rear loading door concept
REAR DOOROpenable with the foot.
Electric platform and batteries beneath floor
ELECTRIC PLATFORMBatteries under the floor for a low centre of gravity and maximum interior space.
INTERIORSTUDIES

COMPACT COMMERCIAL
VEHICLE INTERIOR

Design studies for a modular and flexible interior, with a protected driver cabin, optimised cargo area and interchangeable storage units.

Original driver cabin and modular cargo sketchesOriginal modular interior drawings, full side profile and Stefano Ceppi signature
First Berk Kaplan sketch with signature
THESE TWO SKETCHES ARE BYBERK KAPLANAS A MEMBER OF MY DESIGN TEAM
FOR THIS PROJECT
Second Berk Kaplan sketch with signature
04EXPLORATION
AND SKETCHES

FROM IDEAS
TO PROPORTIONS

Exploring different configurations, package solutions and visual languages, balancing compact dimensions with capacity, visibility and distinctive character.

Complete vehicle proportion exploration sketches
05FINAL
CONCEPT

A MODULAR, VERSATILE
AND RECOGNISABLE DESIGN

The final concept combines a compact footprint with a spacious, flexible interior. A friendly, modern design language, with soft surfaces and high side mouldings, expresses robustness and approachability.

FIAT concept front perspectiveFIAT concept rear perspectiveFIAT concept complete side profileFIAT concept overhead perspective
FIAT MPV Pico Cargo concept vehicle in an Asian urban setting with pedestrians, plants, buildings and logistics parcels
FIAT MPV PICO CARGO / ASIAN URBAN CONTEXT
06INFLUENCE
AND OUTCOME

A CONTRIBUTION
TO FIAT’S DESIGN LANGUAGE

The project generated ideas and design directions that informed the development of solutions and styling elements subsequently seen in selected Fiat vehicles. Among these were softer, more organic body shapes and higher, more protective side mouldings, a greater focus on space and versatility, and a more contemporary, urban character.

FIAT DoblòAutomotive design detailsPractical cargo interior
IDEAS
PEOPLE
PARTNERSHIPS
REAL SOLUTIONS
07PROFESSIONAL
RECOGNITION

FIAT ADVANCED DESIGN · PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE

A PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION
FROM ROBERTO GIOLITO

Head Director, Advanced Design
FIAT Group Automobiles

During his work within FIAT Advanced Design, Stefano Ceppi received a personal letter of recommendation from Roberto Giolito, who supervised his work at the Milan-based studio.

In the letter, Giolito specifically recognised Ceppi’s leadership of a commercial vehicle design project for the Chinese market, as well as his creativity, analytical approach, three-dimensional design skills and ability to develop innovative solutions.

He also highlighted Ceppi’s effectiveness both as a team leader and as a member of an international design team.

“I can unreservedly recommend Stefano Ceppi to you for any design position.”

Extract from a personal letter of recommendation.