Inside the Cybertruck’s 48-Volt Revolution
Tesla’s shift to a 48-volt low-voltage architecture in the Cybertruck marks a bold departure from automotive convention. At Munro & Associates, we’ve analyzed this transformation in detail—highlighting how this system reduces weight, optimizes efficiency, and changes how engineers will think about electric vehicle (EV) subsystems. In this breakdown, we’ll explore what Tesla powers with 48 […]
Inside Harbour Air’s Electric eBeaver Retrofit
As the aviation industry pushes toward sustainability, Harbour Air is making waves with its innovative retrofit of a classic aircraft—the de Havilland Beaver—into a fully electric seaplane dubbed the eBeaver. This ambitious project is more than just a nod to environmental stewardship; it is a technical tour de force that blends engineering ingenuity, lean design […]
How Rivian Cut Interior Costs in R1S Gen 2 Without Sacrificing Style
As electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers strive to balance performance, luxury, and affordability, Rivian’s second-generation R1S SUV delivers a compelling case study in lean interior design. The Munro team recently reviewed the 2025 R1S to explore how Rivian managed to retain a premium feel while reducing unnecessary manufacturing costs—a challenge that’s pivotal for the company’s path […]
Edison Motors One-Year Electric Truck Update
At the 2024 Everything Electric Canada event in Vancouver, Sandy Munro reunited with Chase Barber of Edison Motors to catch up on one of the most talked-about projects from the previous year: the Edison electric logging truck. This rugged, retrofit-based electric vehicle was a crowd favorite in 2023. Since then, its progress has captured the […]
Munro Launches Lightweight Delta Wheels
At Munro & Associates, innovation isn’t confined to tearing down vehicles—we build, too. That spirit of engineering-led creativity is now driving our latest project: Delta Wheels. Co-developed by Sandy Munro and Armin Czarnowski, these forged wheels are not just different in appearance—they are different by design. Engineered from the ground up to be lighter, stronger, […]
Rivian R3 EV Review: Compact Innovation on Display
The Rivian R3 EV proves that good things do come in small packages. Showcased at Everything Electric Canada 2024 in Vancouver, this compact electric SUV captured attention not just for its eye-catching design but for what it signals: a shift toward practical, affordable, and user-friendly electric vehicles. This Rivian R3 EV review explores its design, […]
Polestar BST Concept: Tesla’s Next Real Competitor?
At Everything Electric Canada 2024, Polestar unveiled a concept car that has enthusiasts and engineers alike buzzing: the Polestar BST. With forged alloy wheels, camera-based mirrors, and active aerodynamics, the BST is more than just a design exercise—it’s a bold contender in the performance electric vehicle (EV) arena, possibly even aimed at Tesla’s high-performance market. […]
KIA EV9’s Dual-Stage Motor Redefines EV Performance
The KIA EV9 is more than just another electric SUV—it’s a glimpse into the future of efficient electric propulsion. In a recent teardown by our engineers at Munro & Associates, the EV9 revealed a groundbreaking innovation: a dual-stage inverter motor capable of on-the-fly reconfiguration between Wye and Delta winding modes. This setup is not only […]
Inside UTAC’s Advanced EV Test Benches
How UTAC and Unico Are Pioneering EV Test Bench Innovation for the Electrified Future As electric vehicle (EV) development surges forward, the demand for sophisticated, flexible, and high-efficiency testing solutions has never been greater. At the heart of this technological transformation lies the evolving EV test bench. It plays a central role in validating e-motors, […]
Rivian R1S Gen 2: Undercarriage Upgrades Explained
The all-new 2025 Rivian R1S might look familiar from the outside, but beneath its body lies a range of undercarriage upgrades that mark a pivotal step in Rivian’s engineering evolution. Recently, the Munro team conducted a detailed teardown comparison between the original R1S and its Gen 2 counterpart. Their analysis spotlights significant revisions to the […]