By Mark Kleinman, City editor Theresa May has held private talks with the Ineos founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Britain’s richest man, about his blueprint for a new off-road vehicle amid growing scrutiny of his personal tax affairs. Sky News has learnt that Sir Jim met the prime minister and Greg Clark, the business secretary, late… Continue reading May met Ineos chair for off-roader talks as tax row loomed – Sky News
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Designing Lightyear One: In-wheel motor testing
Wiebe Janssen — Lead Motors Engineer
Last time I introduced you to our in-wheel motors, and what using them means for our design. Not all has been said about that topic, and with new developments and tests to share, it’s time for a closer look.
Building a motor from scratch
Finding the perfect in-wheel motor is not easy. We demand the perfect balance between efficiency, weight and torque, and after initially looking at off-the-shelf in-wheel motors, we decided to build one in-house, with selected partners.
Building a motor from scratch, like searching for one of the shelf, starts with defining your requirements. Most importantly: requirements for a functional architecture and system for better powertrain efficiency, to maximize both range and solar kilometers. Torque and power density too remained essential factors. Next we had to find the right electromagnetic technology. Not only did the technology have to fit our performance requirements, we also wanted the motors to fi..
Famous luxury automotive brand returns – Hispano Suiza to present Maguari HS1 GTC
Thu, Feb 21, 2019 18:07 CET Zug, February 21st, 2019 – Hispano Suiza Automobilmanufaktur AG will bring back the glory of the early 20th century. The brand, best known for its pre-World War II luxury cars and aviation engines, will present a new hypercar that will enthuse car collectors and aficionados alike. The Maguari HS1… Continue reading Famous luxury automotive brand returns – Hispano Suiza to present Maguari HS1 GTC
Resurrected coachbuilder Hispano Suiza reveals supercar – Motor1 UK
The 20th century coachbuilder is back. Legendary Spanish coachbuilder Hispano Suiza has rolled out its latest creation – a Lamborghini-powered supercar with mind-bending performance figures. The Maguari HS1 GTC is a far cry from the luxury limos that the company built in the early 20th century. Named after a stork native to South America, the… Continue reading Resurrected coachbuilder Hispano Suiza reveals supercar – Motor1 UK
NEW UPGRADE PARTS FOR YOUR ZERO…. NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE
You may have seen for a while now a few photographs and details and behind the scenes images of some new products that we have been designing, developing and manufacturing for the Zero. We are now pleased to have recently released some of these new products and they can now be seen on our parts… Continue reading NEW UPGRADE PARTS FOR YOUR ZERO…. NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE
5000-HP Devel Sixteen Has A Two-Year Wait List – CarBuzz
The hypercar’s design was fighter jet influenced, and even features two F-15 jet-style exhaust ports. There are reportedly V8-powered versions of the Devel Sixteen in development as well with anywhere from 2,000 to 3,000 hp, but no evidence for either exists yet. We’ve also reached out to Devel asking for any further updates so check… Continue reading 5000-HP Devel Sixteen Has A Two-Year Wait List – CarBuzz
Rinspeed interview: CEO Frank Rinderknecht reveals autonomous vehicle breakthroughs and challenges – Automotive Testing Technology International
Rinspeed, a Swiss automotive company, has been creating visionary concepts for mobility solutions for the best part of a decade. Its latest creation is the MicroSnap, which is based on a smaller version of its fully automated robo vehicle, where skateboard chassis are combined with interchangeable pod-like bodies. CEO Frank Rinderknecht talks to ATTI about his career… Continue reading Rinspeed interview: CEO Frank Rinderknecht reveals autonomous vehicle breakthroughs and challenges – Automotive Testing Technology International
RIVIAN ANNOUNCES $700M INVESTMENT ROUND LED BY AMAZON
February 15, 2019 – Rivian has announced an equity investment round of $700M led by Amazon. The investment comes on the heels of Rivian’s reveal of the all-electric R1T pickup and R1S SUV at the LA Auto Show last November. Starting with a clean sheet, Rivian has developed its vehicles with adventurers at the core… Continue reading RIVIAN ANNOUNCES $700M INVESTMENT ROUND LED BY AMAZON
IT IS HAPPENING…. THE FIRST GBS TRACK DAY OF 2019 IS CONFIRMED…..
After two very successful and enjoyable GBS track days last year at Rockingham and Silverstone we are pleased and excited to confirm the next GBS Track Day will be happening on Friday 29th March at Donington Park on the National circuit. This Track Day event is via MSV Track Days and is £179 but they… Continue reading IT IS HAPPENING…. THE FIRST GBS TRACK DAY OF 2019 IS CONFIRMED…..
Lightyear wins Automotive Innovation Award
Lightyear wins Automotive Innovation Award
Press release:
Helmond, 12th of February 2019: Solar car manufacturer Lightyear has received both the ‘Challenging Concepts’ and the special audience award at the Automotive Innovation Awards. The prestigious awards were presented to the best Dutch mobility innovations.
The Challenging Concepts category is made especially for revolutionary new ideas, with the potential to completely change the industry. Much of the competition focused on reducing emissions and making the Dutch automotive industry future-proof.
The Automotive Innovation Award Audience Award is a special prize that was created to make Dutch innovations with a major impact on mobility more better known to the general public. Through tremendous public support Lightyear took an early lead in the race for the award.
With a yearly turnover of €65 billion, the Dutch automotive industry employs 120.000. Thanks to the many excellent universities and automotive education the Net..