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Vehicle Controls Framework
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What if adjusting your seat, opening the trunk, or toggling traction control felt as easy as second nature? At Ford, I tackled this challenge head-on by designing a vehicle controls framework that put commonly used features within quick, intuitive reach. The result? A driving experience that’s not just safer but effortlessly enjoyable, no matter your level of tech expertise.
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Keeping your vehicle’s software up-to-date shouldn’t be a hassle. I designed an intuitive, streamlined update process that ensures seamless upgrades with minimal downtime. This system makes it effortless for drivers to access the latest features and improvements, enhancing the overall user experience and keeping vehicles future-ready.
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I collaborated with designers and product managers at Amazon to make the Alexa app feel native within Ford and Lincoln’s infotainment system. By adapting Amazon’s automotive design principles to align with Ford and Lincoln’s UI language, I ensured a seamless, intuitive experience that felt both familiar and cohesive. This process involved refining visual styles, interaction patterns, and system behaviors to create a natural extension of the vehicle’s interface while maintaining the core Alexa experience.
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Handing over your car shouldn’t mean compromising your privacy. I designed the Valet Mode feature for Ford and Lincoln vehicles, allowing users to securely hand over their car while protecting personal data and settings. This feature restricts access to sensitive information—like navigation history—and limits specific vehicle functions to ensure both privacy and security. My role focused on streamlining the user flow and ensuring seamless integration within the car’s infotainment system.
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In the media

Jason Mick
Tech Manager / OpenBrand
Nishank has exceptional skills in creating intuitive and user-centric interfaces. His keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and dedication to delivering exceptional user experiences makes him a valuable asset to any team. I will highly recommend him for his expertise in UX design.

Shivang Sharma
Senior UX Designer / HCL Tech
I had the pleasure of working with Nishank during my time at Ford. He is a passionate and talented designer who obsesses over details and will never take the easy way out. I’ve seen him enthusiastically put in extra effort to come up with the best solutions he possibly can with each project we worked on together.
Nishank is very much a team player, always the first to offer his help whenever anyone needs an extra hand. His positive energy and eagerness to learn and grow was infectious throughout our team from day one. Any team would be lucky to have Nishank!

Devin Jeffery
UX Designer / Indeed
I had the pleasure of working with Nish on in-vehicle digital experiences for a handful of Ford & Lincoln vehicles. I think what I appreciate most about Nish is his thoroughness, and willingness to explore a variety of solutions to a singular problem. As a design system lead at Ford, Nish's feedback and collaboration has contributed to the betterment of our design system and our product. Any team would be lucky to have a designer like Nish.

Jack Minogue
Lead Product Designer / Ford
I have been working with Nishank for over two years at Ford. When I first joined, he was supportive in helping me onboard in an industry with numerous work streams and complexities. He wears several hats and is always willing to solve problems that arise, even if they fall outside of his wheelhouse. Nish is passionate about the design industry, always sharing innovative ideas and ways to improve our process with the team.

Cameron Hirbodi
Senior Product Designer / Ford
Nishank proves to be an All-rounder with perfect blend of design skills, technical acumen and managerial capabilities. A very calm and easy-going person to work with. Deals work pressure with a pinch and thus a perfect guy for dynamic work arena. I will strongly recommend him for design leadership roles.

Akash Mishra
Senior Product Manager / Sequoia