What is AutoLifecycle?

AutoLifecycle is a data-driven blog exploring the evolution, economics, and engineering of automobiles from past to future, written by Professor Hisham Ibrahim.

What topics does AutoLifecycle cover?

The blog covers automotive history, engineering innovations, vehicle design principles, transportation psychology, and economic aspects of the automotive industry.

Who writes AutoLifecycle?

AutoLifecycle is written by Professor Hisham Ibrahim, an expert in automotive engineering, vehicle design, and transportation psychology with extensive academic and industry experience.

Economics

Market dynamics, trade, and economic impact of the automotive industry

Economic Analysis

Understand the economic forces shaping the automotive industry. Explore market trends, trade patterns, industry costs, and the broader economic impact of automobiles on society.

From Sketch to Street: The True Cost of Building a Car

engineering

economics

The multi-billion dollar journey of automotive development—from 60-month cycles to digital factories completing cars in just one year.

Nov 1, 2025

Electric Dreams: The Environmental Revolution (1996-Present)

history

engineering

economics

How environmental pressures, technological breakthroughs, and one visionary company transformed electric vehicles from curiosities to the future of transportation

Oct 29, 2025

The Golden Age: Post-War Innovation and Cultural Icons (1945-1990s)

history

engineering

design

economics

From Europe’s practical microcars to America’s muscle machines and Japan’s reliability revolution—the era that created automotive legends

Oct 28, 2025