Following a rigorous proposal assessment process, the NVN is pleased to announce that Grant funding has been awarded to the following projects:
Morgan EV
The purpose of this project is the development of a Zero Emission Morgan Electric Vehicle. The consortium, consisting of Morgan Motor Company, Zytek and Radshape will use a developed Morgan platform for the conversion, allowing the project to concentrate on the drivetrain installation, associated chassis modifications and changes to the cooling system. In a variation on the current norm of single speed transmissions, the Morgan EV will feature a conventional 5-speed manual gearbox.
Optimisation of Electric Powertrains for Urban Sports Motorcycling
The purpose of this project is the optimisation of their existing proprietary electric powertrain technology for urban sports motorcycling. The consortium, consisting of REAP Systems Ltd andAgility Global Ltd, will be optimising a battery management system and electric motor for integration and validated in a prototype Agility Saietta.
Cost Effective Automotive Battery
Led by Delta Motorsport in collaboration with Potenza Technology and Evida Power, the aim of this project is to develop a lower cost battery system for niche hybrid and electric vehicles, building upon technology and know-how generated through the development of battery systems for the Westfield IRACER and SPORT-E vehicles. As a case study a pack will be developed to suit the Delta E-4 electric coupe.
Novel Platform for Niche Car Chassis
The aim of this project is to develop a lightweight, recyclable, chassis technology for niche vehicles which offers a significant reduction in touch labour and capital tooling investment. The project brings together Gardner Douglas Sports Cars Ltd, University of Nottingham and Inrekor to establish a new lightweight chassis architecture for future generations of niche vehicles based on a novel sandwich structure.
Lightweight Chassis for Alternative Powertrains
The aim of the project is to develop a chassis architecture based on an aluminium central tub with bolt on lightweight steel frameworks which is uniquely designed from the ground up to accommodate either a conventional, pure electric or hybrid powertrain configuration. The consortium, consisting of Westfield Sports Cars, Javan Sports Cars and Delta Motorsports aim to build a physical chassis which will then be used during the creation of a demonstrator vehicle.