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How 1440 Sports Reinvents Race-Day Engagement
Introduction: Beyond Hospitality as Usual In the fast-paced world of motorsports, traditional B2B hospitality has grown stale. Slide decks and cocktail hours no longer captivate decision-makers. With a better hospitality strategy, 1440 Sports is changing that—redefining how companies like Dow engage prospects, partners, and industry leaders. By blending business objectives with personal passions at the […]
PTC Heater vs Heat Pump: Which Is Better for EV Thermal Management?
As electric vehicles (EVs) become mainstream, thermal management remains a critical design and engineering challenge—especially in cold climates. Heating the cabin and battery system efficiently without significantly compromising driving range has become a focal point for OEMs. Two key solutions dominate the field: the PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) heater and the heat pump. In this […]
Imperium Skywell Instrument Panel: Cost-Efficient or Overbuilt?
A Deep Dive into the Instrument Panel of the Imperium Skywell The Imperium Skywell, a Chinese electric SUV not sold in North America, became a recent teardown subject at Munro & Associates. Though this vehicle won’t show up in your local dealership anytime soon, its instrument panel offers valuable insight into global EV design practices—particularly […]
2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Underbody Teardown
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid offers more than just a bold redesign—it showcases meaningful underbody engineering advancements. In this teardown, Munro dives deep into the structure, hybrid drivetrain layout, and Hyundai’s evolving approach to crash safety, especially in response to Small Overlap Rigid Barrier (SORB) test requirements. Let’s take a closer look at what […]
Inside Hyliion: A Deep Dive Into the Revolutionary KARNO Generator
At Munro & Associates, we’ve had the pleasure of tearing down and analyzing some of the world’s most groundbreaking technologies. But every now and then, something truly unique crosses our path. That was certainly the case when we toured Hyliion’s facility and got an exclusive look at their game-changing KARNO generator. What we discovered was […]
Imperium Skywell: Budget EV, Cost-Cut Chassis
At Munro & Associates, we specialize in teardown analysis to uncover what makes—or breaks—a vehicle’s design. In this review, we examine the Skywell EV underbody, revealing how cost-driven choices shape its engineering. The Skywell, sold under the Imperium brand and sourced from China, is an electric vehicle aimed at consumers who prioritize affordability and comfort […]
Rethinking Design: How Munro & Associates Drives Cost-Efficient Innovation
When most people think of Munro & Associates, they picture high-profile vehicle teardowns, revealing the hidden mechanics and cost decisions behind today’s top electric vehicles. But Munro is much more than a teardown company—it’s a strategic partner for design efficiency, cost analysis, and manufacturing innovation. At the core of Munro’s offering is a simple but […]
Polestar 3 Underbody Engineering: A Deep Dive into Premium Design and Cost
The 2025 Polestar 3 isn’t just another luxury EV. It’s a meticulously engineered machine that prioritizes structural integrity, ride quality, and brand identity. In this underbody review, the Munro team go beneath the skin of the all-electric SUV. They reveal the complex architecture, high-end materials, and costly engineering decisions that make the Polestar 3 stand […]
Polestar 3: A Quiet Luxury Powerhouse
At Munro & Associates, we pride ourselves on bringing engineering clarity to the EV landscape. When it comes to the Polestar 3, this luxury EV deserves far more attention than it’s currently getting. With roots in Volvo‘s legacy of safety and refinement, the Polestar 3 combines performance engineering, clean design, and advanced EV tech in […]
Electric NASCAR Prototype Breaks New Ground
The future of stock car racing is undergoing a radical transformation. With the debut of the all-electric NASCAR EV prototype—packing over 1300 horsepower and advanced regenerative braking—the racing world is witnessing a shift that mirrors broader trends in automotive engineering. In this post, we’ll dive deep into the electric NASCAR prototype, highlighting Munro’s teardown-style observations […]