Login Global sites Who we are What we do Media and events Technical knowledge Careers Contact us Home Who We Are Who we work with Industry Sectors AUTOMOTIVE - CONSULTANCY, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CONTACT US Facebook Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Print In this section TWI's experience and expertise adds value to the business of its automotive sector Members, who include vehicle manufacturers, component and assembly suppliers, materials suppliers, niche vehicle builders, and motorsport specialists including Formula 1. Our multi-disciplinary staff help Members to devise and implement workable solutions from concept development, through manufacture to recycling - for all engine types, from 'traditional' internal combustion engine vehicles to electric, fuel cell and hybrid vehicles. The automotive industry is facing huge pressures to achieve sustainable, low-carbon products at an affordable price. TWI can advise on new products, business models and manufacturing processes, and ensure that Members have access to industry best practice through technology transfer and training in a range of technologies including laser, resistance/spot, arc and friction stir welding. The competition for ever-greater performance in motorsport is relentless. TWI works with motorsport companies, not least F1 teams, to develop and implement cutting edge automotive technologies. Email us to speak with an expert: contactus@twi.co.uk Adding Value Our strategy is to add value to our Members’ projects, both in the United Kingdom and around the world, by working with them to reduce costs, develop innovative solutions and add functionality to their products or services. Example project areas include: Welding process development and optimisation Light-weighting Joining dissimilar materials – metal-to-metal, metal-to-composite Numerical modelling for design optimisation Repair considerations when using new materials Electronics and sensors for harsh environments Improved wear or corrosion performance through coatings and surface modification Supply chain development Robust, lead-free soldering Capabilities Our expertise in welding and joining technologies has been of benefit to the automotive industry for decades. Coupled with our knowledge of areas such as sensors, composites, additive manufacturing and lightweighting, TWI continues to assist industry with innovative solutions: Additive layer manufacturing FSC Coreflow Pouch cell technology Plastic bonding Surflow Rotary friction welding (RFW) Friction stir welding (FSW) Nano technology Wire bonding Friction stir spot welding (FSSW) Linear friction welding (LFW) Laser welding Services We Provide TWI can help with all stages of technology readiness, from design through to manufacture and on to training, failure investigation, and more: Materials selection Process selection and optimisation Design for manufacture Procedure development and qualification Defect / failure investigation Technology transfer and training Sectors E-Mobility Solutions for the Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Sector TWI has provided solutions for hybrid and electric vehicles by applying novel coatings to composites to enable them to be used as an electrical conductor, lightweight heat shields and more. Motorsport TWI is actively involved in the motorsport industry and a significant amount of confidential work has been done for Member companies in this field, not least for Formula 1 teams. Focusing on challenges At TWI, we focus our capabilities and extensive facilities to provide customer satisfaction and help you overcome the challenges of today and the anticipated challenges of tomorrow, which include: Advising on robust fabrication technologies such as welding, fastening and adhesives to increase reliability and reduce process costs Exploring 'light-weighting' techniques and how best to exploit the potential advantages of high strength steel, aluminium, magnesium, composites and plastics, often used in combination. Research and development (R&D) for power and fuel issues, including internal combustion, battery, fuel cell and electric motor Investigating materials' performance in high-pressure hydrogen gas to ensure the safety of affordable hydrogen storage for future vehicles Introducing reliable joining methods for new power sources and joints for heavy duty connectors For more information about TWI's automotive consultancy and other services, please email contactus@twi.co.uk. For more information please email: contactus@twi.co.uk TWI Ltd (Head Office) Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AL, UK +44(0)1223 899000 contactus@twi.co.uk Subscribe to our newsletters Facebook Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Group Companies The Welding Institute Training and Examinations TWI Certification CSWIP TWI Software The Test House NSIRC TWI Innovation Network Copyright © 2021 TWI Ltd. All rights reserved. Terms Privacy Cookies Modern Slavery Statement Safeguarding Policy Covid-19 Risk Assessment