Sans Normal Afneb 14 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Expressway' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, sportswear, signage, energetic, sporty, modern, assertive, dynamic, convey motion, maximize impact, modernize sans, oblique, geometric, rounded, clean, compact.
This typeface is a heavy, oblique sans with smooth, rounded geometry and consistently thick strokes. Curves are built from broad circular/elliptical forms (notably in C, O, Q, and 8), while straight stems and diagonals keep a clean, engineered feel. Terminals are largely blunt and uncluttered, giving the letters a compact, high-impact silhouette. The slant is steady across capitals, lowercase, and numerals, producing a forward-leaning rhythm with tight internal counters and sturdy joins.
It performs best in short, attention-grabbing settings such as headlines, brand marks, packaging callouts, and posters where the slanted, weighty shapes can communicate speed and emphasis. It can also suit bold signage or wayfinding at larger sizes, especially where a modern, athletic voice is desired.
The overall tone is fast and confident, combining a contemporary, technical cleanliness with a sporty sense of motion. Its strong fill and consistent slant make it feel assertive and action-oriented rather than delicate or editorial.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary sans voice with built-in motion: a strong, compact weight paired with a consistent oblique angle to create urgency and forward momentum without adding decorative features.
Uppercase forms read as simplified and geometric, while the lowercase maintains single-storey constructions where expected and keeps bowls and shoulders rounded and dense. Numerals match the letterforms closely in weight and slant, supporting cohesive mixed text and headline settings.