Automotive Vehicle Development
Located in the heart of the metro Detroit automotive corridor, PREFIX Corporation has spent decades at the forefront of automotive prototyping, concept vehicle development, and low-volume specialty manufacturing. Our reputation was built on creating some of the industry’s most advanced prototypes and full scale concept vehicles—projects that continue to influence the future of mobility.
Bringing Automotive Design to Life
Our capabilities extend far beyond early concept design. PREFIX supports OEM studios and engineering teams with lighting mock-ups, full-size corner models, and functional prototype systems that allow designers to evaluate form, fit, and function long before production tooling begins. Seeing a design in physical space accelerates decision-making and reduces costly revisions.
A Fully Integrated Automotive Partner
Every department within PREFIX plays a role in supporting our automotive clients. Our facilities were intentionally designed to be highly configurable, enabling our teams to adapt workspaces, equipment, and processes to the unique needs of each program.
Our in house capabilities include:
- CNC machining for precision components and structural elements
- Interior trim development and soft-touch craftsmanship
- Electronics integration for EV development, lighting, controls, and functional systems
- Design & Engineering support from concept through validation
- Metal fabrication for chassis, brackets, structures, and prototype assemblies
- Rapid prototyping for fast-turn parts and iterative development
- Luxury and low-volume production paint programs, including one-off show-quality finishes, as well as production paint applications
Built for the Demands of Modern Automotive Development
From early stage design models to fully realized concept vehicles, PREFIX delivers the craftsmanship, flexibility, and technical depth that OEMs and specialty manufacturers rely on. Our “whatever it takes” culture ensures that every project—large or small—receives the attention, precision, and creativity required to bring innovative ideas to life.
