Hyundai IONIQ 5 N: Underbody Engineering Revealed
In this hoist review, Munro & Associates takes a deep dive into the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N—a high-performance variant built on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform. Our analysis focuses on the underbody engineering, suspension architecture, and structural reinforcements that transform this EV into a performance machine. By examining how Hyundai balances cost, weight, and dynamic capability, we […]
Lucid Air Sapphire: Peak Electric Sedan Performance
At Munro & Associates, we’re no strangers to electric vehicle innovation, but the Lucid Air Sapphire review left us speechless. With its staggering 1234 horsepower tri-motor setup, cutting-edge torque vectoring, and carbon-ceramic stopping power, the Sapphire isn’t just Lucid’s flagship—it’s a redefinition of what a luxury performance EV sedan can be. Whether on track or […]
Aptera Factory Tour: Solar EV Innovation in Action
When it comes to pushing the boundaries of solar electric vehicle design, few companies capture imagination like Aptera Motors. In a recent factory tour, Sandy Munro of Munro & Associates was given a deep look into how Aptera is redefining what’s possible with lightweight structures, solar efficiency, and manufacturing innovation. This tour, filled with engineering […]
Lucid’s Ultra-Compact EV Drive: Powertrain Innovation at Its Finest
Lucid Motors is redefining electric vehicle (EV) engineering through compact electric motor design, setting new benchmarks for power density, efficiency, and manufacturability. In a recent deep-dive with Munro Live, Lucid’s senior engineers shared exclusive insights into how they’ve achieved one of the world’s most efficient and space-saving EV powertrains. Engineering Roots: A Culture of Simulation […]
Cybertruck Casting Breakthroughs: Tesla’s Next Leap in Lean Design
Tesla’s Cybertruck casting evolution represents one of the most dramatic advancements in lean vehicle design and manufacturing efficiency to date. In less than five years, Tesla transformed traditional multi-part stamped assemblies into massive, integrated aluminum castings—eliminating complexity, improving consistency, and redefining cost-effective production for electric vehicles. The Munro Live team, led by Sandy Munro, recently […]
Delta Wheels Expanded: New Designs, Sizes & Colors
Munro & Associates is once again proving that when customers speak, we listen. After a wave of enthusiastic feedback, the team behind Munro Live has expanded its Delta wheel lineup, applying our signature Delta spoke wheel innovation to new sizes, styles, and even materials. This update is more than cosmetic—these wheels are designed for real […]
Sandy Munro Reacts to Tesla’s Autonomous Reveal
Tesla’s latest We Robot event offered a glimpse into the future of transportation, and few were more excited—or outspoken—than Sandy Munro. Known for his brutally honest EV teardowns and decades of automotive engineering expertise, Sandy attended the event firsthand. And he didn’t hold back. From the Cybercab and Robovan to Tesla’s humanoid robot, Optimus, Sandy […]
Inside Lucid Air’s Efficiency Masterclass
The Lucid Air has made headlines for its unprecedented range and luxury, but behind those numbers lies a design philosophy obsessed with efficiency. In this exclusive deep dive with Munro & Associates, we sit down with Lucid’s Senior Director of Engineering, James Hawkins, to uncover the secrets of this electric powerhouse. From fluid-sculpted battery trays […]
Tesla’s Autonomous Future: RoboTaxi, RoboVan & Optimus Engineering Insights from the We Robot Event
Tesla is redefining urban mobility with a bold vision: no steering wheels, no pedals—just pure autonomy. At the We Robot event in Los Angeles, the company unveiled its latest strides toward full automation. However, Tesla didn’t just treat us to the RoboTaxi and RoboVan. They also showcased the dramatic advancements in the Optimus humanoid robot. […]
Cybertruck PCS2: Power Conversion & 48V Innovation
Tesla continues to redefine the EV landscape, and the new Cybertruck power conversion system—known as PCS2—is no exception. In a recent deep-dive with Munro & Associates and 3IS, we examined the robust new architecture found inside Tesla’s most rugged EV yet. Not only do we explore the major engineering changes in the Cybertruck’s power electronics—from […]