Design and Engineering for Commercial Success

	Attention to methodology makes V8 saloon driveline a commercial success
	Improvements in proving ground test methods enhances profitability
	Correct choice of structures technology ensures commercial success
	Innovative D.I. diesel engine mounting enables productionising of world’s first D.I. front wheel drive car
	MINKI vehicle concept enables new Mini specification to be determined
	Successful Launch of MGTF Hybrid Vehicle Concept Car

Turning Development into Profitable Production

	Vehicle concept definition using the QFD process maximises appeal and minimises product cost
	Low risk implementation Rolls Royce refinement package
	Ultra Low Carbon Car Challenge application hastens hybrid vehicle production
	Composite leaf spring development enables lightweight, refined rear suspension systems for volume car applications

Innovation that Provides a Truly Competitive Edge

	Innovative, high articulation 4x4 vehicle concept
	Innovative ‘Softroader’ demonstrates new niche opportunity
	Terrain Response System provides innovative product differentiator within off-road 4 x 4 market
	Driver Impairment Sensing provides client with technology and licensing opportunity
	Torque sensing driveshaft enables ‘smarter’ driveline systems with greater functionality

Reducing Time to Market

	Ultra Low Carbon Car feasibility study creates confidence and accelerates R& D
	New driving simulator dramatically shortens timescales to develop new vehicle driving characteristics