Futuristic Car Exterior Design -- 2

I want to develop a truly futuristic and innovative exterior for a new vehicle concept. The focus is strictly on the bodywork—no interior or power-train work required—so every decision should serve the overall look and aerodynamics of the shell.

Style & Vision
The design must read as forward-thinking from every angle. Sharp, flowing surfaces, unexpected proportions and tight panel gaps should work together to signal next-generation technology. To achieve that look, I need two key elements incorporated from the outset:
• Unique lighting elements that integrate seamlessly into the body (think continuous LED signatures, adaptive panels or other inventive approaches).
• Advanced materials—whether you illustrate carbon composites, recycled alloys or smart skins—to communicate lightweight strength and sustainability.

Scope of Work
1. Initial mood boards and quick sketches to lock down direction.
2. High-fidelity 3D exterior model (Alias, Blender, Rhino or similar) with basic surfacing and part split lines.
3. Hero renders—day and night—to showcase the lighting concept, plus one exploded view highlighting material callouts.
4. Source files delivered in the original native format and a neutral (STEP or IGES) file for downstream engineering.

Acceptance Criteria
• Silhouette must achieve a low drag coefficient target of roughly 0.25 in the CAD mock-up.
• Lighting concept functions without visible bulb housings; all illumination concealed or flush.
• Clear annotation of every proposed advanced material and its placement.

If this aligns with your expertise in automotive surfacing, parametric modeling, and photoreal rendering, I’m ready to review your approach and timeframe.