Bugatti Chiron Designer Signs With Hyundai Genesis, Expect Next Model To Be So Much Better Than the G90

Dec 12, 2016 06:27 AM EST | Mariechris Felipe

Bugatti Chiron designer Alexander Selipanov was nabbed by Hyundai Genesis, the luxury brand of Hyundai. It should be remembered that Hyundai Genesis also just hired Sang Yup Lee, whose previous role was head of exterior design at Bentley. With Selipanov and other top designers at Genesis hands, expect the next model to be so much better than the already awesome-looking G90.

Bugatti Chiron designer Selipanov Alexander, better known in the automotive scene as "Sasha," is one of the most important designers of recent years. He has been responsible for creating one of the most important modern supercars, the new Bugatti Chiron. While it is not the only creation he made, one can say that he has established himself as one of the leading car designers today because he is the Bugatti Chiron designer.

Over the past two years, the 33 year old Bugatti Chiron designer with Russian origins has held the position of Chief Designer of Exterior in Bugatti for several years, according to CarScoops. In addition, he has also been a member of the team of designers of exteriors in Lamborghini where in 2010 he participated in the design of the Lamborghini Huracán.

Now, the Bugatti Chiron designer is ready to move on as he signs as the Chief Designer of Hyundai Genesis, the premium sub-brand recently created by Hyundai. The luxury South Korean firm plans to launch up to six models in the coming years, and with the the young Russian Bugatti Chiron designer having much to say in all these projects, expect future Genesis models to be awesome.

Bugatti Chiron designer will formally start in January 2017, according to MotorAuthority, and will be supported at all times by Luc Donckerwolke, Head of Genesis and former Director of Design Group of Volkswagen. They will be put to work to address the development of all models of the young brand is currently working on, including a luxury electric car luxury.

The Bugatti Chiron designer is reportedly excited with the new opportunity and new chapter in his career. Motorists are equally excited, too, to see what he can bring to the table.

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