Funded Projects

 

Since 2013, we have supported many organisations to deliver projects that drive the UK automotive industry and economy forward on the road to net zero. Read some of our success stories and learn about the impact of technologies that have been developed through our support.

Funding type
Technology area
Status
Collaborative R&D Competitions

Sprint Power – CELERITAS

This project aims to develop an ultra-fast charging battery and pack for electric and fuel cell hybrid vehicles to address consumer concerns over charge time.

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Technology Developer Accelerator Programme (TDAP)

Shape Machining – ShapeTex

The ShapeTex project is developing a new production process which allows existing carbon composite materials to be used in new applications which previously haven’t been possible.

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Technology Developer Accelerator Programme (TDAP)

Intelligent Power Generation

The Intelligent Power Generation project will develop a high-efficiency gas-fired micro-turbine - achieving a 50% fuel saving for the same energy output.

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Technology Developer Accelerator Programme (TDAP)

Enigma – Rotary Piston Engine

This project will see the development of a high power hybrid transmission system that is three-times smaller and five-times lighter than an equivalent capacity V8 engine.

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Technology Developer Accelerator Programme (TDAP)

Transfiniti – Infinitely Variable Transmission

This project saw the development of a novel transmission system 13 Infinitely Variable Transmission which combines functions of gearbox, clutch and more, allowing for a massive reduction in components.

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Technology Developer Accelerator Programme (TDAP)

Stalcom Automotive Technologies Ltd

This project will develop innovative design and assembly techniques for mixed material lightweight structures and aims to reduce vehicle weight, plus increase adoption of recyclable and sustainable materials.

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Technology Developer Accelerator Programme (TDAP)

Brill Power

This project is addressing the problem of battery ageing and degradation in large battery applications, by reducing the battery size and weight to help with packaging and range issues in EVs.

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Technology Developer Accelerator Programme (TDAP)

Reaction Engines

This project aims to improve overall EV battery life by maintaining a constant temperature across the entire pack.

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Technology Developer Accelerator Programme (TDAP)

Immaterial

Immaterial is working to commercialise a class of porous nanomaterials to absorb gas for different vehicle classes.

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Technology Developer Accelerator Programme (TDAP)

CD02

This project developed a new generation of EV battery sensors which aim to make a fundamental difference in key aspects of battery testing and manufacture.

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