http://www.theengineer.co.uk http://www.theengineer.co.uk http://www.theengineer.co.uk/magazine/graphics/logo.png http://www.theengineer.co.uk http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/uk-car-output-remains-buoyant/1016326.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/uk-car-output-remains-buoyant/1016326.article Figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders showed that UK car output rose 16.6 per cent in April 2013, reversing the decline experienced during the first quarter of 2013. Thu, 16 May 2013 14:25 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/mclaren-and-honda-rekindle-f1-partnership/1016325.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/mclaren-and-honda-rekindle-f1-partnership/1016325.article McLaren has confirmed that it will form a new multi-year Formula 1 technology partnership with Honda. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:21 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/news/technology-strategy-board-secures-budget-of-440m/1016307.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/news/technology-strategy-board-secures-budget-of-440m/1016307.article The Technology Strategy Board has secured a budget of £440m to support businesses and drive growth across the UK. Tue, 14 May 2013 15:16 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/rolls-royce-gives-professional-bloodhound-project-full-backing/1016291.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/rolls-royce-gives-professional-bloodhound-project-full-backing/1016291.article Rolls-Royce has become a full partner of the Bloodhound Project after becoming impressed by the team’s professionalism, the company said yesterday. Tue, 14 May 2013 08:39 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/gkn-driveline-continues-expansion-in-china/1016262.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/gkn-driveline-continues-expansion-in-china/1016262.article GKN has announced a series of expansions in China, a country expected to produce 15 million vehicles in 2014 and 20 million by 2020. Thu, 9 May 2013 15:36 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/automotive-sector-buoyant-as-registrations-rise/1016221.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/automotive-sector-buoyant-as-registrations-rise/1016221.article Figures from SMMT show new UK car registrations rose 14.8 per cent in April to 163,357 units and that registrations in the first four months of 2013 grew 8.9 per cent to 768,555 units. Tue, 7 May 2013 14:33 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/ford-to-invest-24m-in-bridgend-engine-plant/1016127.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/ford-to-invest-24m-in-bridgend-engine-plant/1016127.article Ford is announcing a £24m investment programme at its Bridgend engine plant in Wales to produce a new fuel-efficient 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol engine. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:13 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/rdm-group-reports-sales-of-6m/1016079.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/rdm-group-reports-sales-of-6m/1016079.article RDM Group, which employs 38 people at its headquarters on Coventry’s Bilton Industrial Estate, has recorded sales of £6m, a £1.4m increase on 2012. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:52 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/uk-team-boosts-hydrogen-fuel-cell-engine-performance/1016069.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/uk-team-boosts-hydrogen-fuel-cell-engine-performance/1016069.article Hydrogen fuel cell engines could become 30 per cent more power dense thanks to research by a consortium of UK engineering firms including Dyson and Ricardo. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:45 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/grant-scheme-targets-smes-in-west-midlands/1016063.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/grant-scheme-targets-smes-in-west-midlands/1016063.article A new funding scheme for West Midlands SMEs is aiming to award 200 grants over the next two years in a bid to help manufacturing businesses boost their competitiveness. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:15 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/hydrogen-hybrid-aston-martin-to-take-to-the-track/1016039.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/hydrogen-hybrid-aston-martin-to-take-to-the-track/1016039.article A prototype Aston Martin will become the first hydrogen-powered car to compete in an international motorsport event when it takes to the track in next month’s Nürburgring 24 Hour race. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 12:48 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/in-road-sensors-weigh-lorries-in-motion/1016027.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/in-road-sensors-weigh-lorries-in-motion/1016027.article A project taking place in Norway aims to deter hauliers from overloading their vehicles by developing a system that checks and weighs HGVs whilst they are in motion. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:02 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/design-engineering/news/wood-component-helps-uk-team-strengthen-bioplastics/1015952.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/design-engineering/news/wood-component-helps-uk-team-strengthen-bioplastics/1015952.article UK researchers are hoping to make cheaper, stronger, more environmentally friendly bioplastics by using microbes to extract chemicals from paper industry waste products. Thu, 4 Apr 2013 12:12 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/sahara-force-india-signs-up-for-mercedes-benz-powertrain/1015914.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/sahara-force-india-signs-up-for-mercedes-benz-powertrain/1015914.article Sahara Force India and Mercedes-Benz have signed a long-term agreement for the Silverstone-based team to use a full Mercedes-Benz powertrain from the 2014 season onwards. Thu, 28 Mar 2013 10:32 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/manufacturing-output-to-rise-sharply/1015851.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/manufacturing-output-to-rise-sharply/1015851.article Manufacturers expect output to accelerate sharply in the next three months, according to the CBI’s latest monthly Industrial Trends Survey. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 15:58 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/news/engineers-and-manufacturers-disappointed-in-budget/1015831.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/news/engineers-and-manufacturers-disappointed-in-budget/1015831.article Engineers have expressed disappointment at limitations to measures announced by the chancellor in today’s budget speech. Wed, 20 Mar 2013 16:40 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/too-much-innovation-can-hold-f1-teams-back-says-research/1015762.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/too-much-innovation-can-hold-f1-teams-back-says-research/1015762.article Formula 1 racing teams that relentlessly focus on new technology could damage their chances of winning, according to a new study. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:31 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/design-engineering/news/crystal-fault-lines-triple-strength-of-magnesium-alloy/1015761.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/design-engineering/news/crystal-fault-lines-triple-strength-of-magnesium-alloy/1015761.article Researchers have developed a new technique for creating stronger, lightweight magnesium alloys that have potential structural applications in the automobile and aerospace industries. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:02 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/design-engineering/news/lightweight-recyclable-alloys-for-fuel-efficient-future-vehicles/1015752.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/design-engineering/news/lightweight-recyclable-alloys-for-fuel-efficient-future-vehicles/1015752.article London’s Greenwich University is taking part in a project to develop lightweight, recyclable components that could replace steel in space vehicles, planes and cars. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 10:59 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/london-makes-the-list-for-2014-formula-e-electric-race/1015728.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/london-makes-the-list-for-2014-formula-e-electric-race/1015728.article Eight of the ten cities which will provisionally host races in the electric motor-racing series Formula E have been announced by the series promoter. Fri, 8 Mar 2013 16:08 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/skills-and-careers/news/jaguar-land-rover-to-double-jobs-at-new-engine-factory/1015681.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/skills-and-careers/news/jaguar-land-rover-to-double-jobs-at-new-engine-factory/1015681.article Jaguar Land Rover is to increase investment in its new West Midlands engine manufacturing centre from £355m to £500m. Tue, 5 Mar 2013 11:11 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/uk-engineers-launch-build-it-yourself-electric-race-car/1015668.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/uk-engineers-launch-build-it-yourself-electric-race-car/1015668.article Engineers from Birmingham City University and Westfield Sportscars have joined forces to develop what is claimed to be the world’s first self-build electric racing car kit. Fri, 1 Mar 2013 12:26 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/news/manufacturing-survey-shows-fall-in-activity/1015667.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/news/manufacturing-survey-shows-fall-in-activity/1015667.article The UK’s manufacturing sector returned to contraction in February, a situation exacerbated by falling output, orders, headcount, and purchasing activity. Fri, 1 Mar 2013 11:35 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/the-engineer-qa-wireless-electric-vehicle-charging/1015639.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/the-engineer-qa-wireless-electric-vehicle-charging/1015639.article Send us your questions about wireless electric vehicle charging technology and our panel of experts will answer them. Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:11 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/news/cbi-reports-increase-in-manufacturers-orders/1015619.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/news/cbi-reports-increase-in-manufacturers-orders/1015619.article The CBI’s latest Industrial Trends Survey indicates that manufacturers expect moderate growth in output over the next three months. Fri, 22 Feb 2013 11:48 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/ricardo-and-weichai-to-collaborate-on-engine-design/1015604.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/ricardo-and-weichai-to-collaborate-on-engine-design/1015604.article Ricardo has won an engine design contract from China’s Weichai Power Wed, 20 Feb 2013 11:16 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/uk-government-unveils-plug-in-vehicle-incentive-package/1015593.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/uk-government-unveils-plug-in-vehicle-incentive-package/1015593.article The government has stepped up efforts to encourage low-emission motoring by offering to cover 75 per cent of the cost of installing new charging points at homes and railway stations. Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:02 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/new-centre-to-help-automotive-firms-commercialise-technology/1015565.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/new-centre-to-help-automotive-firms-commercialise-technology/1015565.article A new venture that could help automotive firms commercialise their technology and manufacture it in Britain was launched this morning. Mon, 18 Feb 2013 10:37 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/robotic-driving-system-used-to-control-nissan-leaf/1015547.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/robotic-driving-system-used-to-control-nissan-leaf/1015547.article UK researchers have shown off a robotic self-driving car system in a Nissan Leaf electric vehicle. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:01 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/news/traffic-jam-technology-is-step-towards-autonomous-motoring/1015532.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/news/traffic-jam-technology-is-step-towards-autonomous-motoring/1015532.article Bosch is to introduce a system designed to increase road safety and relieve monotony for motorists stuck in traffic jams. Wed, 13 Feb 2013 13:39 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/honda-plans-new-plant-in-thailand/1015515.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/honda-plans-new-plant-in-thailand/1015515.article Honda Automobile (Thailand) (HATC) is to build a new automobile production plant with an annual production capacity of 120,000 units. Tue, 12 Feb 2013 10:49 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/gesture-technique-points-to-defects/1015498.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/production-engineering/news/gesture-technique-points-to-defects/1015498.article Quality control inspectors will soon be able to highlight faults by pointing their finger at the imperfect part, claim researchers in Germany. Fri, 8 Feb 2013 16:30 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/news/fund-looks-to-turn-scientific-advances-into-useable-products/1015452.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/news/fund-looks-to-turn-scientific-advances-into-useable-products/1015452.article A Cambridge University academic has been awarded £1.2m to help innovators turn their scientific advances and technological developments into product ideas suitable for manufacture, distribution and use. Wed, 6 Feb 2013 11:45 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/news/bluebird-to-return-in-electric-race-series/1015445.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/news/bluebird-to-return-in-electric-race-series/1015445.article Bluebird, one of the most famous names in British motorsport is set to make a return to the track in 2014. Tue, 5 Feb 2013 12:17 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/report-shows-number-of-fcevs-likely-to-hit-uk-roads-by-2030/1015437.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/report-shows-number-of-fcevs-likely-to-hit-uk-roads-by-2030/1015437.article A new report suggests there could be 1.6 million hydrogen-powered vehicles on Britain’s roads by 2030. Tue, 5 Feb 2013 00:02 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/general-motors-invests-600m-in-its-fairfax-assembly-plant/1015377.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/general-motors-invests-600m-in-its-fairfax-assembly-plant/1015377.article General Motors has announced a $600m investment in its Fairfax Assembly and Stamping Plant, including the construction of a 450,000ft² paint shop, the installation of a new stamping press and other upgrades. Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:34 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/system-automatically-detects-black-ice-on-roads-in-real-time/1015346.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/system-automatically-detects-black-ice-on-roads-in-real-time/1015346.article Finland’s VTT Technical Research Centre has developed a system for drivers that automatically detects black ice on roads. Fri, 25 Jan 2013 10:21 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/skills-and-careers/uk-faces-36800-shortfall-in-qualified-engineers-by-2050/1015304.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/skills-and-careers/uk-faces-36800-shortfall-in-qualified-engineers-by-2050/1015304.article Britain faces a shortfall of 66,800 construction workers and 36,800 qualified engineers by 2050 due to skills shortages, an ageing workforce and restrictive migration policy, according to Randstad CPE. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 00:02 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/design-engineering/news/efficient-sensor-could-find-use-in-airport-security-technology/1015280.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/design-engineering/news/efficient-sensor-could-find-use-in-airport-security-technology/1015280.article Engineers have developed a sensor claimed to be more efficient and versatile for potential use in airport-security scanners or collision-avoidance systems for cars. Fri, 18 Jan 2013 12:53 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/smmt-figures-indicate-record-exports-for-uk-car-makers/1015259.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/smmt-figures-indicate-record-exports-for-uk-car-makers/1015259.article Figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders indicate that Britain’s car manufacturers exported more than 1.2 million vehicles in 2012, a rise of eight per cent compared with 2011. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 17:49 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/exhausts-uk-reveals-increase-in-turnover-and-workforce/1015264.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/exhausts-uk-reveals-increase-in-turnover-and-workforce/1015264.article Sheffield-based Exhausts UK is reportedly improving performance thanks to continued support from the Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS). Thu, 17 Jan 2013 17:49 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/skills-and-careers/wmg-supports-degree-provision-for-jaguar-land-rover-staff/1015236.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/skills-and-careers/wmg-supports-degree-provision-for-jaguar-land-rover-staff/1015236.article Warwick Manufacturing Group has entered into an agreement to teach up to 600 Jaguar Land Rover employees to degree level in product and manufacturing engineering. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:40 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/jaguar-land-rover-creates-800-jobs-at-west-midlands-plant/1015232.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/jaguar-land-rover-creates-800-jobs-at-west-midlands-plant/1015232.article Jaguar Land Rover has announced that it is to create 800 jobs at its Solihull plant in the West Midlands. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:52 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/project-set-to-boost-efficiency-of-exhaust-systems-in-hdvs/1015210.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/project-set-to-boost-efficiency-of-exhaust-systems-in-hdvs/1015210.article A project has been launched to improve the catalytic conversion efficiencies of exhaust systems in heavy-duty vehicles. Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:10 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/news/drayson-confirms-participation-in-formula-e-electric-racing/1015159.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/news/drayson-confirms-participation-in-formula-e-electric-racing/1015159.article Electric racing pioneer Drayson Racing Technologies has become the first team to confirm its participation in Formula E, the all-electric motor-racing competition set to begin next year. Fri, 11 Jan 2013 06:34 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/report-highlights-consumer-concern-over-electric-vehicles/1015144.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/automotive/news/report-highlights-consumer-concern-over-electric-vehicles/1015144.article The slow consumer uptake of electric vehicles could have a positive effect on Britain’s car manufacturers, claims a new report. Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:02 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/autodesk-acquires-germany-software-company-pi-vr/1015122.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/autodesk-acquires-germany-software-company-pi-vr/1015122.article Autodesk has acquired PI-VR, a privately held German software company that specialises in real-time visualisation technology used primarily in the automotive sector. Tue, 8 Jan 2013 17:09 GMT http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/new-car-registrations-in-uk-rise-by-53-per-cent-in-2012/1015114.article http://www.theengineer.co.uk/channels/policy-and-business/business-briefs/new-car-registrations-in-uk-rise-by-53-per-cent-in-2012/1015114.article New-car registrations in the UK increased by 5.3 per cent in 2012 to 2,044,609 units, boosted by strong consumer demand. Tue, 8 Jan 2013 12:59 GMT