A consortium of automotive experts claims to have achieved a breakthrough in advanced aluminium casting technology that could reduce the weight of vehicle subframes
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Take the first-ever look at the Spéirling Pure suspension setup, designed and built in-house at McMurtry, plus the new, wider off-the-shelf Michelin slick tyres that are capable of 3.5G cornering and 4G braking
The May 2026 issue of Vehicle Dynamics International magazine is packed full of dynamics developments and the latest technologies, with a special focus on software-defined vehicles, NVH testing and tuning, as well as the role of AI in intelligent suspension design, and developments in steer by wire
A WorldAutoSteel feasibility study has demonstrated how advanced high-strength steels and assembly line modifications can reduce vehicle parts count, vehicle weight, and manufacturing costs
Alpine has confirmed development of a dedicated electric vehicle (EV) architecture, the Alpine Performance Platform (APP), which will underpin a new generation of sports cars
The VDI Awards recognise excellence across the vehicle sector, from the best-handling new cars, to dynamics innovations, development tools & technologies and test facilities. Our international judging panel decided the winners for 2025
The December 2025 issue of Vehicle Dynamics International magazine is packed full of dynamics developments and the latest technologies, with a special focus on torque vectoring, as well as brake testing, a next-gen chassis, ride technology, and the winners of the 2025 VDI Awards
Motorsport innovations for front axles, brake systems, composite bodywork, and wheel and suspension alignment were among the winners of the 2025 Professional Motorsport World Awards
The nomination phase for the 2025 VDI Awards is open! There have been many winners over the 17 years of the awards, from OEMs to suppliers and engineers, which have enjoyed the industry recognition, media coverage and marketing opportunities that the awards bring. Don’t miss out: send a nomination!
Altair has launched a collaboration with Gordon Murray Group (GMG) as part of the M-LightEn lightweight vehicle engineering project, to further the development of the next generation of ultra lightweight and low embedded CO2 platforms for Gordon Murray Automotive vehicles