Jeff Teague (automotive designer)
Jeff Teague | |
|---|---|
 Jeffrey William Teague | |
| Born | October 3, 1956 Franklin, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | July 29, 2016 (aged 59) Agoura Hills, California, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Automotive designer |
Jeffrey William Teague (October 3, 1956 – July 29, 2016) was an
Teague founded the Transportation Design Department at the Academy of Art University (formerly Academy of Art College) in San Francisco. His father was noted industrial and automotive designer, Dick Teague.
Background
Teague was born in Franklin, Michigan, to Marian Rose Teague (born 1927) and Richard A. Teague (1923–1991). His father was a noted industrial and automotive designer whose work as Styling Director and Vice President of Design of American Motors Corporation included the AMC Gremlin, AMX, Hornet and Pacer, as well as the Jeep Cherokee (XJ).
Teague grew up in Franklin, Michigan and graduated from
Career and design work
Teague became a designer with Ford in Dearborn Michigan, a senior designer with
At
In 1998, Teague started the design program in Automotive and Industrial design at the Academy of Art University (formerly Academy of Art College) in San Francisco. Teague hired and managed the program staff and developed the curriculum and syllabus, later serving on the Board of Directors until his death in 2016.
Teague provided design services and consulting services to
He designed an updated AMX 4 based on AMC's mid-engine sports car that contributed to his father's design reputation.[6]
As of 2006, Teague provided design services for the revival Duesenberg line of automobiles.[7] The new design of the Duesenberg II Torpedo Coupe was delayed.[8] He was Chief Design Director for the Baldwin, Wisconsin=based company and the car was expected to be introduced in 2013.[9] In 2012, the company bought a building in Baldwin to produce its replica cars on a modern Ford chassis, as well as a motorized tricycle.[10]
Death
Jeff Teague died on July 29, 2016, at his home in Agoura Hills, California, at age 59.[1] He was survived by his mother, Marian Rose Teague (born 1927); wife Glenda Gilkey Teague and three children; Rachel Marian, Thea Nicole (Nikki) and Author Jeffrey Harrison Teague (AJ).
References
- ^ a b "Designer Jeff Teague, Son of Dick Teague, dies at 59". Hemmings Motor News. Retrieved December 19, 2018.
- ^ "Celebrate the Life and Design of Jeff Teague". Autodesigno. August 2, 2016.
- ^ Garrison, Jasper (2003). "Killing the Goose... Chapter 21: Taurus". Smart Fellows Press. Archived from the original on February 5, 2012. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
- ^ "Duesenberg May Hit the Streets Again". Edmund's Inside Line. Archived from the original on April 18, 2005. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
- ^ "Auto Designer Jeff Teague, 59, Has Died". 56Packardman. September 8, 2016.
- ^ "AMX3 / AMX4". Teague Design. Archived from the original on May 8, 2012. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
- ^ Jana, Reena (February 1, 2006). "Duesenberg Rises Again". Business Week. Archived from the original on May 23, 2012. Retrieved February 19, 2012.
- ^ Roth, Dan (September 26, 2007). "Duesenberg revival delayed". Retrieved February 19, 2012.
- ^ "Duesenberg Torpedo Coupe". Duesenberg Motors. Archived from the original on January 7, 2012. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
- ^ Rathbun, Andy (February 17, 2012). "Duesenberg Motors' replica cars to be made in Baldwin, Wis". Pioneer Press. Retrieved April 20, 2015.
External links
- Jeff Teague interview by ASME: Butterman, Eric (January 2012). "Car Designing: Past and Present". American Society of Mechanical Engineers ASME. Retrieved April 20, 2015.