Chevy Equinox EV: A Milestone in Affordability and Usability
The Equinox EV first impressions are in—and they mark a turning point for electric vehicles. When Munro engineers recommend this Chevy crossover to their own families, it’s more than just an endorsement. It’s a signal: EVs are no longer just luxury tech showcases or niche environmental statements—they’re practical, affordable, and ready for the mainstream. In […]
Harbinger’s Modular EV Chassis Shines at ACT Expo 2025
Harbinger Motors unveiled its cutting-edge modular EV chassis solutions at the 2025 ACT Expo, demonstrating how flexible design and in-house manufacturing can reshape commercial electric vehicle (EV) platforms. With engineering leads Lydia Hewitt and Cody Rebergen walking through the latest updates, Harbinger displayed a powerful vision for scalable, serviceable, and efficient chassis systems. Put simply, […]
Inside Skywell’s EV Motor: Lessons from BYD’s Past
As the team at Munro & Associates dives into the Skywell EV motor teardown, we’re not just dissecting components—we’re opening a time capsule. The motor at the heart of this teardown is a BYD unit, but not one that reflects the company’s latest engineering prowess. Instead, it’s a design that dates back nearly a decade. […]
First Student’s Bold Move to Electric Buses
The shift to zero-emission vehicles is transforming the transportation landscape, and few examples are as impactful as First Student’s electric school bus solution. As North America’s largest student transportation provider, First Student operates a staggering 46,000 school buses across 44 U.S. states and six Canadian provinces. The company’s electrification initiative is not just an upgrade—it’s […]
Volvo Penta Powers Ahead with Modular BESS
At ACT Expo 2025, Volvo Penta showcased how it’s advancing industrial electrification with its modular BESS electrification system—a key component in transforming everything from fire trucks to terminal tractors. By leveraging proven Volvo Group components and tailoring them with in-house R&D, Volvo Penta is offering scalable, rugged solutions that meet the demands of real-world applications […]
The Million Dollar Design Fix: How Munro Cuts Vehicle Costs Through Expert Review
In the world of automotive engineering, where design complexity often grows with the ambition of each team, it’s easy for costs to balloon unnoticed. Yet, as the expert team at Munro & Associates regularly demonstrates, even minor design decisions can lead to massive savings—or unnecessary expense. This is where a cost-saving automotive design review from […]
Formula E Miami E-Prix Breakdown
The Formula E Miami E-Prix offered a thrilling showcase of cutting-edge electric vehicle (EV) racing, marked by evolving strategies, real-time technical adaptations, and next-gen innovations. In this breakdown, Munro & Associates goes trackside with Sandy Munro and leading figures from Jaguar TCS Racing and Dow to explore how tire compounds, regenerative braking, and material science […]
Revolutionizing Thermal Management with Carbice
In the realm of high-performance electronics and electric vehicles (EVs), effective thermal management remains a critical challenge. Batteries, chips, and power modules generate immense heat that, if not properly dissipated, can cause failures, fires, or costly inefficiencies. Enter Carbice—a groundbreaking thermal interface solution that leverages the unique properties of aligned carbon nanotubes. As introduced by […]
Slate Auto Unveils Their Affordable EV Pickup: A Radical Shift in Automotive Design
In a market flooded with increasingly complex and costly vehicles, Slate Auto is making waves with the unveiling of their minimalist dream machine: a customizable, American-built electric pickup truck priced under $20,000 after incentives. Introduced with excitement and fanfare, the Slate EV pickup truck promises a fresh take on automotive engineering, manufacturing, and ownership, marking […]
Reinventing Recycling With KW Plastics: Engineering the Circular Future
Introduction: A New Chapter in Plastic Recycling At the intersection of engineering, sustainability, and manufacturing innovation stands KW Plastics—an Alabama-based company reshaping what plastic recycling means for the automotive, agricultural, and packaging industries. In a revealing discussion with Scott Saunders, General Manager of KW Plastics, we learn how the company leverages over four decades of […]