Off-the-shelf powertrains can be tailored to individual needs for plug-and-play EV manufacturing
Swindon Powertrain's HPD weighs just 70kg, while still generating plenty of horsepower
A British autonomous vehicle maker is already doing very well for itself, but you probably haven’t heard of it. We pay a visit
Integrated plug-and-play electric drivetrains should help make EVs more affordable.
Balancing affordability with profits is a major challenge facing EVs, but integrated plug-in electric powertrains can save everyone money
BMW to make software standard on most models for the lifetime of the car, rather than charge customers after the first 12 months
New, high-pressure injection systems are making petrol engines even cleaner
Particulates are the bane of direct fuel injection engines, but ramping up the pressure and other innovations can solve this
Four-wheel drive is no substitute for the science behind winter tyres
Reduced rubber width and increased softness are just some of the factors that give winter rubbers the edge over summer ones
Cooling down your motor with water injections increases power and combustion efficiency, as well as minimising harmful oxides
Brakes have to convert huge amounts of kinetic energy into heat to stop a car from speed
From parking versions to disc types, brakes are a crucial bit of tech for your car. We survey the different sorts
Alvant is developing wheel motor rotors from AMC that are 40% lighter, reducing rotating and unsprung mass
The aluminium alloy and carbonfibre blends will be coming soon to a powertrain near you, taking over from traditional materials like steel, aluminium and carbonfibre
Transport secretary will change the law to ensure drivers can be prosecuted for filming or surfing the web behind the wheel
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