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In the United States, an epic backyard project will see the creation of a life-size, functional Lamborghini Aventador. The car is not entirely 3D printed, but rather demonstrates the impressive potential of 3D printing for the wider vehicle industry. Here, Kostas Poulios explains how 3D printing is used in large vehicle manufacturing and whether this method could play a role in the production of safety critical parts.

Manufacturer of bespoke steering systems, Pailton Engineering, is celebrating its 50-year anniversary. Pailton Engineering designs and creates world class steering systems for niche vehicle sectors, including bus and coaches, trucks, utility, off-highway and military vehicles. As a world leader in specialist vehicle manufacturing, the company is commemorating its half century of success from its engineering base in Coventry.

Since its emergence, Internet of Things (IoT) technology has taken the world by storm with its ability to make ordinary objects ‘smart’. The transport industry is no exception. The technology is widely used to enable bus managers to control and monitor their assets and gain valuable insight into the condition of their vehicles. Roger Brereton of Pailton Engineering explains why this isn’t enough.

In contrast to Henry Ford’s model of standardised car production, the introduction of the modern MINI in 2000 shifted customer demands for customisation in passenger vehicles. However, the need for flexible production isn’t solely confined to consumer cars. We investigate how military vehicle manufacturers are using flexible production methods to fulfil requirements for customised vehicles.

In Singapore, the country’s civil defence force has launched a radical line of new-age fire trucks, to replace the conventional box shape. Designed for narrow urban streets, the vehicles look more like a rugged SUV than a traditional truck. But, what does this unique re-design tell us about forthcoming changes for the wider emergency vehicle industry?

At Busworld 2019, custom steering system manufacturer Pailton Engineering, is offering a potential solution to poor cabin hygiene. The company will explore the potential of a detachable bus steering wheel — a concept designed for infection prevention and the reduction of work-related sickness among the bus and coach driving workforce. Pailton Engineering is welcoming bus manufacturers to discuss the feasibility of this invention at stand 319 in Brussels on October 18-23.

First coined by the philosopher Aristotle, it's said that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. This couldn’t be more the case when engineering ultra-low emission commercial vehicles.

A growing requirement for tight turning circles is being introduced in the design and development of highly competitive military vehicles. But what are the crucial design considerations to achieve this sought-after feature?

Grease nipple or greased for life? It’s a choice that vehicle manufacturers must make when considering the preventative maintenance schedules of the end user.