2019-06-25 21:33
Sun visors have been in cars for a long time, and no-one has seen fit to make the effort to come up with something better. So, for those times in the spring and autumn when the sun is low (b… Read More
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An automotive blog from an automotive engineer, looking at the complexities of industry news and topics, showing simplicity is a matter of perspective
2019-05-11 21:09
Active aero elements such as moving louvres and wings are now common-place in many motorsports and even hypercars. The purpose is always relating to aerodynamic drag. The aim is either to re… Read More
2019-04-26 16:56
This episode discusses Ford’s investment in Rivian and the dynamics of such a partnership. Ford Motor Company invested $500m in Rivian this week, presenting an opportunity for the mark… Read More
2019-04-24 21:56
Car nameplates have , but they play a huge role in the identity of cars. These names dispense with the need to mention the brand – Golf, Cortina, Prius, F-150, Camry, Civic, Camaro, Vi… Read More
2019-04-15 19:26
If you like podcasts, I discuss this in some more detail on the It’s Not That Simple Podcast There is a very vocal crowd on the internet of what I’ll call “The Manual Gearb… Read More
2019-04-11 20:58
Honda has patented ‘haptic leather’ which can make everything a sensor, a switch or an interface. In typical legalese, the official title of the patent is “Haptic function… Read More
2019-04-04 17:20
This week’s episode gives an overview of the lengths to which some manufacturers go to deliver a pleasing shifting experience. Manual Gearboxes (or Manual Transmissions or Stick Shifts… Read More
2019-03-30 21:00
The Patent Of The Week goes to the Toyota “Integrated Truck Bed Washing“. Back at the end of February, I wrote about Ford’s home cinema, or rather truck bed cinema patent (… Read More
2019-03-26 19:19
In this episode, I discuss where Tesla in 2019 stands in the automotive industry. Tesla are still financially questionable from a profitability standpoint but are currently by far and away t… Read More
2019-03-24 17:36
The patent of the week goes to the Honda Windscreen Washer design, or more specifically the “Wiper Blade“. Honda paints the picture well: Normally, the washer liquid is injected… Read More
2019-03-24 17:07
In this episode, I discuss the widespread downsizing and collaboration announced by the likes of VW, Daimler and BMW in the wake of their financial results. The podcast is now available on:… Read More
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