Electrification opens up many new opportunities, but also causes a complex interaction between the combustion engine and electric motors in hybrid vehicles. This is why new concepts and components for powertrains are in high demand. It is not enough to simply mix and match existing options. Magna Powertrain is meeting this challenge by offering a…
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”Solarcar for everyone“ – Interview with Julius Zimmer of Sono Motors
Sono Motors is a startup based in Munich, Germany. With the Sion, the firm has developed the first mass-produced solar car, which charges its battery through solar power. Sono Motors wants to launch the Sion in 2019. We spoke with Julius Zimmer about this innovative E-car.
Continue readingYOUNG DRIVE EXPERTS AWARD
for BSc, MSc Graduates and PhD Students of Automotive, Mechanical, E/E, Mechatronical and Mobility Engineering
The annual CTI Young Drive Experts Award aims to encourage young engineers to continue their outstanding work in the fields of drive technology development and mobility engineering.
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Continue readingCTI SYMPOSIA – keeping pace with progress
The automotive industry is developing fast – and so are our CTI SYMPOSIA. What began nearly 20 years ago as a specialist get-together for the transmission industry has now grown to become a leading Drivetrain Engineering congress and exhibition platform. Our symposia on Intelligent, Electrified Automotive Drivetrains are specifically dedicated to the challenges and solutions…
Continue readingThe disciplines around drivetrain development increasingly intertwine
Dr Hamid Vahabzadeh, Vice President & Product Line Manager Global Transmissions at AVL List GmbH USA. The automotive industry is transforming and disciplines are intertwining more and more. This challenges OEMs and suppliers who try to keep pace with the developments in all areas. Dr. Hamid Vahabzadeh has been chairman of the CTI Symposium for…
Continue readingPeople think they have to make compromises buying EVs
Interview with Alexander Edwards, President, Strategic Vision, USA Why do people buy electric vehicles and why do they avoid buying EVs today? And what can OEMs do to convince people of buying EVs? Alexander Edwards should know. His research company Strategic Vision carries out studies on buyer Feedback in the automotive sector. We talked to…
Continue readingCTI Mag: Success opens Doors
An editorial interview with reigning F1 World Champion Nico Rosberg