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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 […]
BMW i5 M60 Review: Power, Comfort, and German Precision
In the evolving world of electric vehicles, where every automaker is chasing acceleration times and range stats, the BMW i5 M60 carves out a distinct niche. As an all-electric sports-luxury sedan, it blends performance, refinement, and high-tech features. The result is a package that feels both evolutionary and uniquely German. This review of the BMW […]
BMW i5 M60 Teardown: Precision Engineering in a Luxury EV Package
The BMW i5 M60 teardown offers a compelling look at how legacy automakers are evolving. They’re adapting luxury performance platforms to meet the demands of modern electric vehicle (EV) design. In this hoist review from Munro & Associates experts. Examining the underbody engineering of the 2024 i5 M60, we draw comparisons to the i7, dissecting […]
Reimagining Cargo and Defense Mobility with ASX’s Modular VTOL Aircraft
The skies are fast becoming the next frontier for logistics and defense mobility. In response, ASX (Airspace Experience Technologies) has stepped forward with a bold solution. Its modular VTOL cargo aircraft offers autonomous, emission-free aerial transport designed for maximum flexibility and efficiency. Unveiled in partnership with Sandy Munro at a recent Cybertruck event, this revolutionary […]
Cybertruck Battery Teardown vs. Model Y: Inside Tesla’s 4680 Evolution
Tesla’s battery innovations continue to lead the electric vehicle (EV) industry, and nowhere is this more evident than in the 4680 cell configuration found in the Cybertruck. In a recent teardown by Munro & Associates, we dove deep into the Cybertruck’s 4680 battery pack, drawing critical comparisons to the Model Y’s structural pack. This detailed […]
Expert Takeaways from the Ultimate Cybertruck Q&A
The Cybertruck has generated both fascination and skepticism since its announcement. At a recent Munro Live event dubbed “May the 4th Be With EVs,” a group of EV experts, influencers, and teardown specialists gathered to share their firsthand experiences after driving Tesla’s all-electric pickup truck. This Q&A session pulled back the curtain on real-world impressions, […]
Lumafield’s CT Scanning: Redefining Inspection in Manufacturing and Teardowns
At the heart of cutting-edge manufacturing and teardown analysis lies a quiet revolution: cloud CT scanning. Lumafield, a rising star in industrial x-ray computed tomography (CT), is transforming how engineers inspect, evaluate, and understand internal structures—without ever cutting a part open. Through its partnership with LIFT, the advanced manufacturing innovation institute in Detroit, Lumafield is […]