While many manufacturers have historically opted for conservative color palettes, brands that have introduced unique colors or distinctive design features often cultivate passionate niche markets.
Korean auto brands such as Hyundai and Kia are forging a new realm of visual literacy in automotive design, by giving human connection a higher focus. This aligns with an increasing growth in visual literacy of global consumers, and speaks squarely to the East Asian consumer that largely sees personal vehicles as a signal of achievement and comfort.
"As our culture becomes more visually sophisticated, we must raise the sophistication level of our design decisions to meet our audience's heightened expectations."
Tesla's success also illustrates the power of disruptive branding in a traditional industry.
By coupling innovative technology with minimalist branding and unique design aesthetics, Tesla has fostered a loyal customer base and achieved impressive conversion rates.
In the final installment of this series, we will explore advanced strategies for leveraging visual branding to influence conversion outcomes in the tech sector.