The agenda covered simulation, data management, diagnostics and test automation, with discussions underscoring interoperability, simulation credibility and data‑centric development. These themes emerged across sessions on ASAM standards OpenDrive, OpenScenario, OSI, ODS, SOVD, XIL, OTX, CMP, and digital‑twin integration through the Asset Administration Shell (AAS).

Cross-standard harmonization and the need to align toolchains across domains, suppliers and development stages remain priorities, with speakers citing inconsistent interpretations of ASAM specifications as a cause of fragmentation. Updates included co‑simulation workflows, higher‑fidelity OpenX modeling, interoperable data management, modular measurement architectures, digital‑twin concepts, ODD taxonomies and simulation‑quality assessment.

Regional updates and roadmap

Updates from ASAM’s ambassadors in China, Korea, Japan and the USA were shared by CATARC technical director Bolin Zhou, IVH CEO Daeoh Kang and ASAM Japan representative Yoshiaki Shoi. Priorities included co-simulation and merging standards in China; sensor simulation and ASAM SOVD in Japan; and study groups in South Korea supporting global application of standards, such as ASAM OpenDrive.

BMW IT specialist Michael Schwarzbach outlined the 2026 Technical Steering Committee roadmap, highlighting ODD-based testing, collaboration improvements, harmonized standards and a common ontology.

OpenX updates

ASAM technology managers Ahmed Sadek and Yash Shah (below) presented ASAM OpenX updates. Previous OpenX models defined traffic participants independently, creating toolchain inconsistencies. New concepts for ASAM’s simulation standards include combining ASAM OpenDrive with the Quantifying Simulation Quality (QSQ) initiative, and ASAM OSI adding high-fidelity sensor simulation support, such as spectral irradiance and radar waveforms. “No standard is developed in a silo,” Shah said. “We think feature-based, then collect standards experts for harmonization.”

Simulation integration

Clemens Linnhoff, founder and CTO at Persival, demonstrated co-simulation between Scenario Player and Sensor Model, with all assets linked in ASAM OpenScenario as a single source of truth.

ASAM ODS, MDF, CMP and digital twins

Technica Engineering technical fellow and head of media relations Lars Völker outlined Capture Module Protocol (ASAM CMP) improvements. “Before 2022, in‑vehicle DAQ was vendor‑specific and non‑modular. CMP 1.0 introduced modular DAQ and support for heterogeneous technologies. New use cases support raw Ethernet and define message transport across the vehicle system. Scaling HIL and test setups enables an elastic measurement infrastructure.”

Using slides from the Industrial Digital Twin Association (IDTA), Stefan Romainczyk, senior product manager at Peak Solution, said, “Today’s digital twins are proprietary and one lifecycle element, whereas future twins have a complete lifecycle with efficient scaling. With ASAM ODS, AAS can create a comprehensive data profile for digital twins – standardized interoperability improves predictive maintenance, time and cost.”

SDV diagnostics updates

Following the launch of ASAM SOVD 1.2 in February with 29 global OEMs and suppliers, Vector Informatik manager Tobias Weidmann presented at the seminar the latest activities in the development of the standard. ISO 17978-4 Remote Access covers how to access vehicle information via authorization and defining the access path; possibilities include functional communication, new access methods to log information via a streaming interface, and large file handling via third-party service providers.

ODD taxonomy and AV deployment

Andreas Richter (below), engineering program manager at Volkswagen, outlined ASAM OpenODD implementation within MOIA America, VW’s autonomous‑mobility affiliate, formerly known as ADMT. VW Commercial Vehicles is the first group brand to introduce SAE Level 4 autonomous driving using the ID Buzz platform with integrated third‑party automated‑driving systems. Testing is underway in Hamburg and Munich in Germany, Oslo in Norway, and in Austin, Texas.

Richter noted that the industry is not always clear on ‘ODD’, ‘taxonomy’, ‘service area’ and ‘scenarios’. “To bring autonomous driving to life, we have to agree on the same terms,” he said, calling for ODD definitions that are unambiguously readable by humans and machines, supported by geodata analysis and enterprise‑ready tools for ODD and scenario management.

“ASAM OpenODD offers a taxonomy-agnostic, modular model to represent ODDs in different technical formats, [and] support storage, processing, [and] machine and human-readability,” he explained. “Originally intended for scenario-based testing, ODD definition is now required in more process steps for developing, testing, approving and operating ADS. The ODD as a single point of knowledge ensures OEMs and authorities share definitions.”

VW’s internal ODD taxonomy – e.g. motorway, autobahn, highway – demonstrates how modular definitions support understanding across organizations and regulators. The ODD management tool validates taxonomies, supports multilingual concepts and connects to scenario‑creation and requirements‑management workflows. Using STIEF (scenario-accompanied, text-base, iterative evaluation of automated driving functions), engineers can preload scenario definitions via natural‑language inputs, while geodata analysis identifies new operational areas and generates challenging test routes.

Simulation credibility

In an ASAM QSQ update, Automotive Artificial Intelligence’s general manager Basit Khan highlighted the challenge of trusting simulation for virtual homologation.

“No standardized quality metrics exist for simulation frameworks, especially ADAS/AD sensors,” he said. “Many contributors – OEMs, suppliers, research and tool vendors – have different priorities and vocabulary. Through working groups spanning use cases, camera, lidar, radar and vehicle dynamics, our goal is to drive cross-sector innovation by building a unified standard upon proven, existing components. By harmonizing established concepts, we can create a practical framework that ensures simulation reliability without reinventing the wheel.”

Research and collaborations

Fraunhofer IOSB’s research group leader Jens Ziehn reported on how ASAM helps scale R&D results, for example where ASAM’s OpenDrive, OpenLabel and OpenScenario are used to deliver interoperability and reusable data across diverse acquisition sources in the AVEAS Brave10K project to scale automated driving in public transportation.

SAE’s Ed Straub outlined ASAM’s collaboration with SAE J3259 (ODD taxonomy), while ASCS’s Alexander Walsh emphasized the complementary role of ASCS and ASAM in simulation, AI and HPC.

Industry collaboration continues at Vehicle Tech Week Europe

Vehicle Tech Week Europe, represented by ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle International, Automotive Testing Technology International and Automotive Interiors World, served as ASAM’s media partner.

Launching this June in Stuttgart, Germany, the three-day ‘festival of engineering’ will unite the full vehicle‑technology ecosystem – from EV and battery testing to autonomous‑vehicle development, UX/HMI, materials engineering and in‑cabin innovation – creating cross‑disciplinary value at a time when the industry faces intense technological and regulatory pressure.

ASAM is an association partner of Vehicle Tech Week Europe, and Yash Shah and Andreas Richter will continue their discussions about ASAM OpenX evolution and ODDs at the event.

Learn about Vehicle Tech Week’s partnerships here.

Find out more about ASAM’s International Conference, which will take place on November 4 and 5, 2026.

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kAIros is part of Horse Powertrain‘s wider strategy to strengthen the competitiveness of advanced manufacturing in Europe through the use of AI in development, simulation and industrial operations. By combining advanced supercomputing with cloud platforms, the company aims to provide the computing power, security and scalability needed to support these activities and enhance its long-term innovation capabilities.

AI Factory to support industrial AI applications 

At the heart of kAIros is the Horse Powertrain AI Factory, supporting AI use cases across engineering and production, including model training, simulation and digital twins, with the aim of accelerating industrial innovation and real-world deployment. A key part of the concept is the generation of training data to help continuously improve models and digital twins over time.

These capabilities enable the company to run advanced simulations and optimize operations in real time across products, factories, warehouses and logistics, with Google Gemini Enterprise used to deploy AI agents across the business, helping reduce coordination tasks that add limited value.

kAIros also supports physical AI by linking real-world operations with virtual systems in real time. This enables systems to interpret their environment, support autonomous decision-making, and interact with cobots, automated guided vehicles and smart machines. Applications include automated video-based quality inspection, faster product simulation and robotics for process optimization.

A dedicated Center of Excellence will lead the development of internal AI capabilities, bringing together cross-functional teams to build applications and scale expertise across the organization. Alongside this, the AI Factory will support scenario simulation, algorithm optimization and the development of intelligent propulsion solutions to improve efficiency and predictive performance. The initiative also aims to build long-term industrial AI capability to support advanced manufacturing in Europe.

Patrice Haettel, COO of Horse Powertrain and chief executive officer of Horse Technologies, said, “Industry advances at moments when technology doesn’t just follow change – it drives it. With kAIros, we are taking a decisive step into a new era where AI can redefine speed, cost, efficiency and sustainability.

“Our goal is to turn data into knowledge, simulations into real value, and innovation into competitive advantage. Horse Powertrain aims to be more agile and reliable because we understand that AI is not just a tool and kAIros is among the first AI factories in Europe for the automotive industry.”

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To meet these market needs, reducing power loss in motor generators is essential. Among various approaches, iron-based amorphous alloys – which can significantly reduce iron loss occurring in motor cores – are considered a promising material to realize high-efficiency motors.

In support of this, Denso has invested in Next Core Technologies (NCT) to co-develop advanced motor cores using amorphous alloy technology. The collaboration will combine NCT’s materials and processing expertise with Denso’s motor generator development capabilities, with the goal of enabling mass production of highly efficient motor cores for next-generation applications.

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The company supplies the full range of Bosch Motorsport products, including sensors, engine control units, display systems and wiring solutions for a wide variety of motorsport applications. As well as component supply, Swindon Powertrain offers in-house engineering support, assisting teams with everything from product selection to system integration and on-track troubleshooting.

“The Bosch brand is synonymous with quality and performance, so to represent this leading name is a privilege,” said Raphaël Caillé, managing director of Swindon Powertrain. “Our dedicated team is proud to mark this long-standing partnership, during which we have worked diligently to help UK race teams with high-performance solutions. We look forward to continuing to help customers achieve their full potential on track.”

Alan Bell, senior manager at Bosch Motorsport UK, added “Every Bosch Motorsport official dealer is carefully selected to ensure they uphold the quality, precision and technical excellence associated with the Bosch brand. We have found an outstanding partner in Swindon Powertrain. Both companies deliver solutions that have been proven time and time again in the toughest of race conditions. We’re delighted to continue this complementary alliance so Bosch Motorsport customers in the UK continue to receive world-class products and the highest levels of technical support.”

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Mark Gresser, the president and CEO of Wildcat Discovery Technologies, said, “The Wildcat team is thrilled with this acquisition by Holyvolt. Mathias and team are very thoughtful with regard to their objectives in the battery industry, and recognize the value that wildcat’s high-throughput platform can deliver to our combined company and the industry at large. With Holyvolt’s vision and financial backing, Wildcat can finally unlock the true potential of high-throughput combinatorial chemistry for battery materials.”

The acquisition creates a group with end-to-end capabilities, spanning molecular discovery to pilot-scale production through a fully integrated high-throughput platform. It combines Holyvolt’s screen-printing and water-based process technology with Wildcat’s proprietary high-throughput platform (HTP), which rapidly generates large structured datasets for AI-driven analysis and accelerated development.

Mathias Ingvarsson, the founder and CEO of Holyvolt, added, “The acquisition of Wildcat is a perfect complement to our intended strategy of developing new technologies for the battery industry. Holyvolt is focused on developing new processes to make batteries cleaner and more affordable, and Wildcat has been pursuing the same goals via materials development and better chemistry. Combined, we are building what we believe is the most compelling technology to deliver on these objectives.”

The announcement comes after Holyvolt’s recent €20m (US$23m) funding round and strengthens the company’s technical capabilities across the global battery sector, serving industries such as automotive, consumer electronics, aerospace, energy storage and defense. The combined entity will support partners across the entire battery supply chain as a technology development partner, offering commercialization models, including licensing, tailored to each customer’s needs.

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EXEDY CEO Tetsuya Yoshinaga, said, “Our acquisition of Protean allows EXEDY to address the ongoing shift toward electrification in the automotive industry, a key pillar of our business.  Protean is a market leader that develops, manufactures and sells in-wheel motors – drive motors integrated into the wheels – which already has a track record of commercial deployment. Through the acquisition, EXEDY intends to combine the technological strengths of both companies to continue providing competitive products and services.”

With the support of EXEDY, Protean aims to scale production of its in-wheel motor technology to meet growing market demand while achieving industrial volumes and competitive costs. As the automotive sector accelerates its transition toward electrification and software-defined vehicle platforms, the backing of an established Tier 1 supplier provides a strong foundation for the continued development and broader commercialization of Protean’s products.

“This transaction represents a major step in the adoption of ProteanDrive as a mainstream drivetrain solution for the automotive industry,” said Protean Electric CEO Andrew Whitehead. “Our acquisition by EXEDY allows our OEM customers to confidently enable their future products with in-wheel motors. The potential for ProteanDrive to allow OEMs to deliver better electric vehicles has been clear to many for years – this transaction provides us with the industrial scale to offer a sustainable, cost-competitive product that turns the potential into reality.”

Protean thanked BEDEO for its stewardship, during which the company achieved several industry milestones, including securing a production nomination from a mainstream OEM, industrializing its Pd18 product under IATF 16949 standards and homologating the first electric passenger vehicle equipped with in-wheel motors.

Osman Boyner, BEDEO CEO and founder, commented, “I wish Protean all the best as they begin a new chapter under EXEDY. Even before our acquisition of Protean in 2021, BEDEO was a great supporter of the technology and we will continue to be a customer and partner in the retrofit market with Protean in the future. I look forward to continuing the journey with them and EXEDY.”

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“Motorsport has always been a critical environment for accelerating innovation, and our partnership with Alpine reflects a shared belief in the value of engineering-led progress,” said Todd Anderson, chief technology officer, Phinia. “These programs allow us to develop and validate advanced fuel systems technology under the most demanding conditions, supporting both high-performance applications today and the evolution of future propulsion technologies.”

Accelerating hydrogen internal combustion technology

This partnership further advances Phinia’s role in Alpine’s Alpenglow hydrogen program, aimed at maximizing the performance potential of hydrogen internal combustion engines (H₂ICE) in high-performance applications. Leveraging Phinia’s hydrogen direct injection system, Alpine has progressed its Alpenglow Hy4 concept to the new Hy6 hydrogen engine, marking a key technical milestone. The Alpenglow Hy6 now features a six-cylinder configuration and has reached speeds of up to 312.9km/h during demonstrations at the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship and the 2025 Le Mans 24 Hours.

Pierre-Jean Tardy, chief engineer, hydrogen, Alpine Racing, said, “Motorsport is evolving rapidly and our strive for continuous innovation requires partners who can keep pace, combining long-term vision with proven engineering depth. Phinia is a trusted technical partner for Alpine, and this partnership reflects the confidence we have in their ability to deliver advanced fuel system solutions pioneering hydrogen internal combustion.”

Anderson added, “Our partnership underlines the capability of H₂ICE technology to meet the demands of top-tier motorsport while supporting longer-term decarbonization ambitions. By applying our hydrogen direct injection expertise in a competitive racing environment, we are helping to demonstrate that H₂ICE can deliver performance, efficiency and control at scale – insights that are critical as the industry explores multiple pathways toward lower-carbon propulsion.”

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Dumarey’s presence at SIAT 2026, alongside Horiba India, served as an opportunity to reaffirm the company’s long-term approach to decarbonization and showcase the breadth of its propulsion engineering expertise. The event, held from January 28 to 30 in Pune (India), provided visibility not only to Dumarey’s advances in hydrogen technologies but also to its commitment to multifuel optimized combustion systems, engineering services and pragmatic solutions for diverse mobility markets.

From an ecosystem perspective, the joint participation at SIAT with Horiba India underscored a shared commitment to supporting India’s clean mobility objectives. Horiba’s locally developed Electrolyzer Test Station and hydrogen-ready labs matched Dumarey’s hardware and software portfolio, enabling a bridge between national policy goals and deployable industrial solutions.

By combining hydrogen innovation, optimized combustion technologies for low-carbon fuels and end-to-end engineering services, Dumarey positioned itself as a reliable partner for India and Asia’s multispeed transition toward sustainable and economically viable mobility.

Rather than focusing the narrative on a single technology pathway, at SIAT Dumarey highlighted a dual-path transition strategy. Through the integration of hydrogen development programs, advanced combustion technologies and comprehensive engineering services, the company demonstrated its ability to support OEMs facing different regulatory frameworks, cost constraints and fleet modernization timelines. The collaboration with Horiba India – spanning testing, simulation, validation and hydrogen-ready infrastructure – reinforced Dumarey’s positioning as a systems partner capable of guiding complete development cycles.

Among the technologies presented, the hydrogen portfolio remained a key point of interest. The Hydrogen V8 6.6L, with over 6,000 testing hours and validated control software, showcased readiness for commercial deployment and cost-efficient adoption through reuse of existing engine architectures.

Dumarey’s role as a full-cycle engineering partner is further reinforced by its comprehensive engineering services offering. Extending far beyond traditional development support, these services cover the entire value chain – from early concept ideation to turnkey delivery – enabling OEMs to accelerate innovation while providing technical robustness, production feasibility and long-term sustainability.

The engineering portfolio spans all engine sizes, ranging from compact and medium-duty platforms to large-bore industrial and marine engines, supporting both high-volume automotive applications and low-volume, high-power specialized systems. Dumarey’s multidisciplinary expertise embraces the full spectrum of conventional fuels (diesel, gasoline, natural gas, dual fuel) as well as next-generation alternative fuels essential for decarbonization pathways, including hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, e-fuels, biofuels and blended low-carbon energy carriers.

The development process is structured across a complete lifecycle: concept development, advanced design, virtual validation, system simulation, prototyping, testing, calibration and industrialization support. This approach offers seamless integration between mechanical, electronic and software domains, while guaranteeing compliance with the most stringent global emissions and safety regulations.

Dumarey’s hardware engineering capabilities – covering combustion and aftertreatment design, hydrogen component development, fuel injection and air management systems, power electronics, thermal management and full powertrain level integration – align closely with the company’s long-term technology roadmap. In addition, Dumarey provides complete turnkey solutions, including manufacturing readiness, system integration at vehicle or equipment level, digital controls development and validation programs tailored to specific markets.

By offering this fully integrated engineering ecosystem, OEMs can reduce their time-to-market, derisk technology transitions and accelerate the deployment of high-efficiency propulsion systems.

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The forum will be held on Wednesday, 22 April, 2026, at 3:30pm, ahead of the official opening of the International Vienna Motor Symposium, which has been organized by ÖVK since 1985. The forum bring together leading representatives of Chinese organizations and companies with European representatives of renowned automotive companies and development service providers. The aim of the forum is to openly discuss different technological approaches, market strategies and regulatory frameworks, to learn from each other, and to integrate these insights into company strategies. 

The forum will combine the technological strengths of the Chinese and European automotive industries to develop new paradigms for global powertrain efficiency. It will include an in-depth look at China’s Technology Roadmap 3.0, strategic benchmarking against EU CO2  regulations, and the exchange of best practices from industry leaders such as Great Wall Motors, AVL and SERES Power.

The event will be chaired by Prof. Xiangyang Xu of Beihang University, who is a fellow of China SAE, chair of the Roadmap 3.0 powertrain group and one of the key figures in the strategic orientation of Chinese powertrain research. Forum co-chair will be Prof. Uwe Grebe, professor of powertrain and automotive technology at TU Wien.

The forum will open with a keynote speech by Prof. Xu, one of the co-authors of Roadmap 3.0. In his presentation, ‘Energy-saving and new energy vehicle technology Roadmap 3.0 – High-efficient powertrain special topic interpretation’, he will provide insights into the technological guidelines and efficiency strategies for future powertrain systems in China.

Other high-profile presentations from Europe and China at the forum will shed light on different perspectives of sustainable mobility, and will include: ‘Technology neutrality – a prerequisite for sustainability and resilience’, by Stephan Neugebauer, BMW, chair of European Road Transport Research Advisory Council (ERTRAC); ‘WM Hi4: ONE Power Scalability Design – Bridging off-road capability and urban mobility’, by Yongqing Zhu, chief engineer, power and chassis R&D Center, Great Wall Motor (GWM); ‘Powertrains for sustainable mobility: One fits all or market-specific solutions?’, by Lukas Walter, COO of engineering at AVL List; and ‘Applications and Trends of REV in China’, by Zhigang Wang, general manager, SERES Energy and Power Research Institute, Chongqing Seres Phoenix Intelligent Innovation Technology Co.

The forum will conclude with a panel discussing the comparison of China-Europe automotive technology routes under the goal of sustainable development, European market layout strategies of Chinese enterprises, and battery supply chain and technological development. This closing round will include all speakers as well as Ruiping Wang, CEO, Aurobay Holding, and will provide in-depth insight into the strategic and economic considerations of the individual shareholders.

The Forum on Powertrain for Sustainable Mobility is open to all registered participants of the International Vienna Motor Symposium.

Automotive Powertrain Technology International is an official media partner of the International Vienna Motor Symposium, which will take place at the Hofburg Conference Centre Vienna in Austria on April 22-24, 2026. 

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The super-high-performance powertrain has been built to meet the new demanding 2026 F1 regulations for smaller, lighter, more nimble cars and increased on-track competitiveness. As the exclusive metrology partner, Hexagon’s support of Oracle Red Bull Racing and Red Bull Ford Powertrains covers the whole car, chassis and engine, enabling trackside refinements and up to 30,000 car design changes per season. Using coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), 3D laser scanners and software, Hexagon helped achieve the sub-micron tolerances required for manufacturing, testing and assembling the V6 turbo hybrid powertrain.

While the new rules increase reliance on electrical energy, altered aerodynamics and changes to wings will produce less downforce, placing performance demands on the car’s power unit. The front wings are simplified, while the undersides of cars have lost Venturi tunnels that generated a huge amount of grip.

Metrology technologies

Since the start of engine production four years ago, Hexagon has provided high-precision metrology technologies – including the Leitz PMM-C Precision CMM and Leica Absolute Scanner AS1. According to Hexagon, these technologies have accelerated testing and inspection throughout R&D, from prototyping and test-rig evaluation to full production at Red Bull Ford Powertrains’ Milton Keynes facility.

The Leitz PMM-C CMMs are used right across the manufacturing and build areas and are the only equipment capable of dealing with the accuracy, repeatability and flexibility that Red Bull Ford Powertrains requires in power unit manufacture. The portable AS1 3D scanner is used with an Absolute Arm to scan the outer surfaces of the power unit’s crankcases and energy recovery system (ERS) installations for quality control.

“Hexagon’s shared passion for extreme accuracy and performance has been vital to this ambitious project,” said Ben Hodgkinson, technical director, Red Bull Ford Powertrains. “With every element built from scratch, Hexagon’s metrology expertise has enabled us to achieve the tolerances and the levels of quality we require in a cutting-edge piece of engineering to perform at the top level of motorsport. We’re very selective about who we work with and never stop pushing the boundaries – striving for that extra millisecond in performance. We know that Hexagon will support us on that ultra-competitive quest.”

Digitalization

Hexagon has helped Red Bull Ford Powertrains integrate quality inspection and digital 3D models into its engineering processes. Measurement data is captured in QUINDOS, Hexagon’s metrology software for complex geometries such as gears and blades, and, where needed, transferred to Q-DAS for statistical trend analysis. This integrated approach enables CNC machine monitoring and provides corrective feedback to ensure components are manufactured correctly the first time.

Oracle Red Bull Racing, which develops the chassis, also uses Hexagon technology. Continuing a 19-year partnership, it uses Hexagon technology, such as laser trackers, to ensure precise setup and power unit assembly for new vehicles throughout the racing season. Hexagon’s 3D laser scanning and trackside support are vital for ongoing aerodynamic refinements, providing the precision needed to maximize performance on every race weekend. The Oracle Red Bull Racing team has previously reduced faults by 50% using Hexagon technology over a 24-month period.

“Hexagon’s portable metrology technologies will ensure the correct car setup and power unit assembly for the new season vehicles, building on our 19-year partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing,” commented Emanuel Viklund, president of the portable metrology division at Hexagon.

“Working with Red Bull Ford Powertrains this season is incredibly exciting for all of us at Hexagon. Together, we have engineered and built a powertrain unit under immense pressure. Designed for peak performance, the DM-01 powertrain is now ready to prove itself on the track.

“But nothing in F1 stands still – there is always a new challenge to tackle, a fraction of a second to gain and an opportunity to refine the car to push the limits of precision and performance. We are proud to support them every step of the way.”

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