Next-Generation Battery Technology Insights
The next wave of electric vehicle (EV) advancement hinges not only on sleek designs or faster motors, but on the very heart of the vehicle: the battery. In a recent in-depth tour of 24M Technologies, Sandy Munro and the Munro team uncovered groundbreaking insights into next-generation battery technology. What they found promises to reshape how […]
Sandy Munro Unfiltered: The State of Manufacturing, Reshoring, and the Arrogance That Kills Innovation
In a wide-ranging, unapologetically candid interview on the “See Beyond Podcast“, hosted by Mika Tienhara, legendary manufacturing expert Sandy Munro delivered a masterclass in tough truths about the state of modern industry. The conversation touched on reshoring, vertical integration, the collapse of Western manufacturing dominance, and the dangerous psychological pitfalls plaguing decision-makers in both the […]
Waking the Sleeping Giant: How Sandy Munro’s Warnings and Wisdom Can Help Manufacturers Predict the Unpredictable
The current world landscape is riddled with volatility, where tariffs shift overnight, and global supply chains choke at the whim of geopolitical posturing. Rhetoric between sides is highly divisive, and the media makes the truth cloudy. But in this chaos, there are few voices more electrifying, or clarifying, than Sandy Munro’s. In his recent wide-ranging […]
Why Rare Earth Magnets Matter in EV Motor Design
Electric vehicles (EVs) have transformed how we think about automotive propulsion, and much of that transformation rides—quite literally—on magnet technology. Specifically, rare earth magnets. These unassuming components sit at the heart of electric motors, enabling high-efficiency power conversion, torque delivery, and compact motor design. But behind their ubiquity lies a geopolitical and engineering challenge: the […]
Arc Electric Boat: Quiet, Fast, and Fully Electric
The marine world is undergoing a revolution—and at the helm is Arc with its cutting-edge electric wakesport boat. In a recent demo ride with Munro, Arc CTO & Co-Founder Ryan Cook and Lead Engineer Robert Binkowski walked through the full capabilities of their latest innovation: the Arc Sport. Built from the hull up with EV […]
Detroit’s Mobility Innovation Hub: Inside Newlab and Michigan Central’s Tech Revolution
Detroit is redefining itself not only as the Motor City but as a global center for cutting-edge mobility solutions. The Newlab at Michigan Central represents the beating heart of this transformation. It’s a bold initiative housed in a repurposed mail-sorting depot next to the historic train station—now the new Ford building—anchoring innovation at the intersection […]
How the Volkswagen ID. Buzz Nails Efficient Underbody Packaging
When it comes to electric vehicle (EV) design, underbody packaging is where functionality meets engineering artistry. The Volkswagen ID. Buzz—a retro-inspired, forward-thinking EV van—demonstrates how a large vehicle can excel in cost-effective, space-conscious engineering. In this teardown analysis, the Munro team walks us through the underbody architecture of the 2025 VW ID. Buzz, offering key […]
Making Life Multi-Planetary: Elon Musk and Sandy Munro Talk Mars Rocket Design
In a rare, revealing conversation between SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and lean design legend Sandy Munro, the two tech titans discussed the future of human space travel — specifically, how Starship rockets are being built to transport cargo and, eventually, people to Mars. Their exchange offers deep insights into rocket engineering, lean manufacturing at scale, […]
Volkswagen ID.Buzz Interior: Cost vs Comfort
In this detailed teardown review, we analyze the Volkswagen ID.Buzz interior to uncover what its $66,000 price tag truly offers. This all-electric van blends retro-inspired styling with utility-focused design—but does it deliver comfort and value in equal measure? The Volkswagen ID. Buzz interior raises a core question for EV buyers and engineers alike: what are […]
First Look at the Volkswagen ID. Buzz: Retro Styling Meets Modern EV Engineering
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is more than just a modern electric van—it’s a nostalgic nod to the iconic VW Microbus of the 1950s. At Munro & Associates, we recently had the opportunity to evaluate the 2025 ID. Buzz, and our teardown-centric review revealed an intriguing blend of retro aesthetics, innovative engineering, and practical limitations. This […]