Hello, my name is James McLachlan, editor-in-chief of Car Design News and I am appealing to the automotive industry to help raise funds for the family of our beloved and respected contributing editor Guy Bird. Guy died suddenly after a short illness leaving his wife Jacqueline and two daughters Alex and Carmel heartbroken. Many of you will have known Guy as a journalist and writer of great integrity and talent. As longtime editor of Car Design Review, he leaves behind an outstanding legacy – a tribute to his unwavering belief in the power of design to make all our lives better. Please help out Guy's family in their time of need. In sadness and gratitude, James.