Strati: The First Fully 3D-Printed Car and the Future of Automotive 3D Printing. At Print Perfecto , we view the story of the First Fully 3D-Printed Car as a defining moment for automobile 3D printing . The unveiling of Strati proved that 3D Print Technology could move beyond prototypes and into real, functional vehicles. This milestone continues to influence how the automotive industry approaches design, production speed, and innovation. What Made Strati a Historic First Strati were created by Local Motors and unveiled at the 2014 International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago. Unlike earlier concepts, Strati was: Fully 3D printed in both chassis and body Produced using a large-scale industrial 3D printer The printing process took approximately 44 hours ; a remarkable reduction compared to traditional vehicle manufacturing timelines. How Strati Was Built Us...