NILU27 Hypercar Redefines Engineering Purity
In the world of hypercars, performance alone no longer defines the elite. A new standard is emerging—one rooted in emotional impact, artistic vision, and radical mechanical purity. Enter the NILU27, a hypercar born from uncompromising engineering philosophy and unapologetic design. Developed in limited numbers and unburdened by road legality, the NILU27 strips away convention to […]
Inside ADAS: Sensor and Camera Systems
The world of Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) is evolving rapidly, with radar, lidar, and camera systems playing a central role in how vehicles perceive and react to their environments. As automotive engineers and EV innovators push toward higher levels of autonomy, understanding the nuances of these sensors and how they integrate into vehicle platforms is […]
Inside ABB’s Robotics Center and Digital Twin Tech
Electric vehicles are transforming the automotive industry, and ABB is helping lead that transformation with advanced robotics and automation technologies. During a tour of ABB’s North American Robotics Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan, Munro & Associates got a firsthand look at how ABB is deploying innovations like digital twins, AR/VR robot programming, flexible automation, and […]
Sakuu’s Metal-Free Battery Innovation: A Game-Changer in EV Technology
The race to advance battery technology has entered a new era with Sakuu’s groundbreaking metal-free battery innovation. Aimed at engineers and investors alike, this breakthrough promises to redefine cost, weight, safety, and energy density benchmarks across the electric vehicle sector. Munro & Associates recently had exclusive access to Sakuu’s revolutionary polymer-based battery cell, offering a […]
Sakuu’s Dry-Printed Batteries Surpass 1,000 Cycles
Sakuu’s breakthrough in dry-printed lithium metal batteries marks a pivotal shift in electric vehicle (EV) battery design, combining high energy density with a dramatically lower carbon footprint. In a recent Munro team tour, Sakuu showcased how its innovative dry additive manufacturing process delivers batteries that not only exceed 1,000 charge cycles but also meet rigorous […]
Cybertruck’s 4680 Battery: Inside Tesla’s Gen 2 Cell
Tesla’s next-gen 4680 battery is here, and Munro & Associates has torn it open to reveal its secrets. In this exclusive teardown of the Tesla Cybertruck’s 4680 cells, Sandy Munro and the Munro engineering team explore structural changes, chemistry upgrades, and major design shifts in Tesla’s Gen 2 battery architecture. For engineers, EV enthusiasts, and […]
EV Battery Cooling Methods Compared: Inside Munro’s Engineering Breakdown
As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to push the boundaries of range, acceleration, and efficiency, one critical piece of the engineering puzzle often gets overlooked: battery cooling. As experts in lean design and manufacturing teardown, the science of EV battery cooling methods isn’t just an academic discussion—it’s a real-world performance driver. At Munro & Associates, we […]
Inside Cybertruck’s Structural Load Path Design
Tesla’s Cybertruck has stirred both fascination and skepticism with its bold aesthetics and unusual materials. But beneath the stainless steel facade lies a complex structural strategy that blends traditional and advanced manufacturing principles. In this teardown, the Munro engineering team takes a closer look at the Cybertruck’s exoskeleton load path, offering automotive engineers and EV […]
Cybertruck Tonneau Cover: Function, Cost, and Design
The Tesla Cybertruck is nothing if not bold. And that design philosophy extends all the way to the bed—specifically its unique retractable tonneau cover. In this teardown discussion from the engineering team at Munro & Associates, we explore the engineering trade-offs, materials, and functionality behind Tesla’s tonneau design. Compared to Rivian’s simpler solution, the Cybertruck’s […]
Real-World Performance of Tesla’s FSD v12.3.6: A Hands-On Review
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) v12.3.6 takes a bold step forward in the race toward autonomous mobility. In a recent real-world test conducted by the Munro team, this supervised autonomy software was pushed through a diverse set of urban and expressway scenarios. The result? A mostly smooth, intuitive, and confidence-inspiring ride that raises the bar for […]