The Future of Roads - Plastic

15 Dez 2017

Appearing as if from nowhere and spreading across the roads like black pits of alloy shattering despair - winter brings about the growth of the dreaded pothole more than at any other time of year.

In their wake arises the relentless sea of orange plastic and amber light, to further torment motorists into traffic jam induced rages of impotence.  It doesn’t have to be this way, salvation is close to hand.

Terzo Millennio: Lamborghini and MIT's Self-Healing Car

13 Dez 2017

Technology is currently advancing at the fastest rate ever seen in the history of mankind. Advances that had never been dreamed of let alone fulfilled have come and gone; every new challenge that arises invites even greater determination to conquer it as soon as possible.

Bloodhound SSC - 1000mph Land Speed Record

5 Dez 2017

Back in 1997, Andy Green driving Thrust SSC shattered the land speed record by the largest margin in the records history when he achieved a top speed of 763mph - becoming the first and only supersonic man on land – and beating the previous record of 634mph set by Richard Noble driving Thrust 2 back in 1983.

Driverless Car Investment and Why Is It Happening?

29 Nov 2017

In November 2017 the UK government announced it was committing £100million to an industry matched investment fund designed to encourage the testing and development of driverless car technology on its roads. There are currently two existing testing centres in the UK and this will work to combine them into a central hub.

How Do Synchromesh Transmissions Work?

27 Nov 2017

Since its inception, the automobile has been subject to constant and relentless refinement to the point where the average car now possesses some extremely clever and complex engineering.

One of the more impressive components in any automobile is its transmission or ‘gearbox’, and whilst most cars do not benefit from the technology, the synchromesh gearbox is what the single-clutch manual transmission aspires to be. At least for the time being.

What Is The Opposed Piston Engine and Why Is It Better?

24 Nov 2017

Since its inception, the automobile has been subject to constant and relentless refinement to the point where the average car now possesses some extremely clever and complex engineering.

One of the more impressive components in any automobile is its transmission or ‘gearbox’, and whilst most cars do not benefit from the technology, the synchromesh gearbox is what the single-clutch manual transmission aspires to be. At least for the time being.

EURAC Facility [Video]

13 Nov 2017

Split across three locations in the UK, Germany and the Czech Republic, EURAC has a capacity of 120,000 MT per year - producing brakes discs and drums for OEM and aftermarket.

It also possess the ability to machine and treat over 5.5million parts annually across it's three machining facilities.

Dalian Showcase [Video]

10 Nov 2017

Located in China, MAT Dalian has a 50,000 MT production capacity at it's world class casting facilities producing grey and ductile iron automotive components.

Lanchester Balancing System [Video]

27 Okt 2017

Assembled and machined by Schmidt Automotive, the Lanchester Balancing System cast by MAT Foundries Europe is found in vehicles across the world.

Can You Run An Engine Without Oil?

24 Okt 2017

The presence of oil and its distribution is absolutely crucial to an engines continued operation.  Engines can work without oil, but the effect is so damaging they are only capable of running for less than 30 minutes until failing - and in most cases, it’s a lot quicker than that.

What Happens At 300mph

20 Okt 2017

Speed has always been something of an obsession for humanity and never has it been better personified than by hyper car manufacturers.

Achieving a top speed of 300 miles per hour in a road legal production car has been their holy grail for thirty years now, and some are now getting tantalisingly close to realising their ambitions.

How Do HGV Brakes Work?

16 Okt 2017

Heavy Goods Vehicles use an air brake system based on a design from the 1800’s originally intended for use in trains - but the principles behind the system still endure today and are almost universally applied to all HGV’s, buses and trains with remarkable compatibility across the globe.

The New Face of Dania

10 Okt 2017

A member of MAT Foundry Group is changing its name. To better identify their position within the MAT Foundry Group and the global casting market, and demonstrate a stronger corporate identity, Jernstøberiet Dania ApS will now be known as MAT Dania.

Cyclists - How Can Motorists Keep Them Safe

9 Okt 2017

In the never ending battle for space on Britain’s highways one particular group is at the focus of more controversy than any other. We are of course are referring to cyclists.

Cyclists have almost become the de facto road user everyone loves to hate in recent years, occupying some sort of grey area between pedestrian and motorist.  Whenever an initiative is launched to improve cyclist safety it is usually met with derision and anecdotes of maniac cyclists running roughshod over the rules of the road.

What Are The Benefits of Real World Emissions Tests?

6 Okt 2017

The beginning of September 2017 saw a significant development for vehicle manufacturers selling their products in Europe as it marked the start date for the new emission testing procedures for all new cars.

The new test is actually two tests; the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Testing Procedure or WLTP, and the Real Driving Emissions test or RDE.

Eurac Poole and MFG HQ Flyby [Video]

3 Okt 2017

Our Eurac facility in Poole, England has over 5 decades of experience producing over 100,000 tonnes of grey iron castings per year.

Packaging, warehousing and logistics can also be managed on behalf of our customers, allowing us to run a complete brake disc programme on their behalf.

The Eurac facility also serves as the headquarters for the entire MAT Foundry Group.

UK Child Seat Laws - What Every Parent Should Know

29 Sep 2017

The legislation governing child car seats and their use has changed for 2017, so to make sure you are following the correct safety laws we have come up with a guide to help you.

What The Skills Gap Means For Automotive

27 Sep 2017

Despite being post economic crisis and well into recovery, several recent developments look almost certain to have serious repercussions for the sector and force significant change.The automotive industry has some significant challenges facing it over the next decade and beyond.

How Health Monitoring Could Save Lives

22 Sep 2017

Driver health monitoring isn’t really anything new - in the world of motorsports at least. Driving on the road and driving on the track are so fundamentally different that they require a completely different ways of thinking and each provide completely different stresses.

It would be easy to assume that racing at the limits of what is humanly possible would be more challenging considering there are times when a driver is one incorrect micro-adjustment away from certain death.

How Brakes and Tyres Work Together

30 Aug 2017

Under the right (or wrong) conditions, under hard braking a brake rotor can reach up to 500 degrees Celsius. When you consider that a 3,000 pound (lb) car travelling at 60 miles per hour produces 361,204 foot-pounds of torque, it’s not all that surprising.

More so when you get in to the dizzying heights of track days or professional racing.

Spec Ops: Giving Cars Night Vision

17 Aug 2017

We are at a unique point in our history. Humanity is on an inexorable march of progress that rewrites the rulebook on what we know…and then rewrites it again.

The rise of the machine - be it a robot crawling over the surface of Mars or the smartphone in our pocket - has spurred unprecedented innovation that has turned cars into mission control.

Summer Driving Tips [INFOGRAPHIC]

10 Aug 2017

The summer season as has been typically mixed around the world with temperatures soaring in Europe whilst the UK is beset by weather more in keeping with the autumn months.

However, never ones to be deterred, here are our top tips for safe summer driving.

Research and Development [VIDEO]

1 Aug 2017

What Are Undercar Airbags?

24 Jul 2017

Eurac Hradec's Machining Line Goes Live [VIDEO]

19 Jul 2017

Augmented Reality and Road Safety

17 Jul 2017

Apprentices Excel at Eurac Poole

14 Jul 2017

What Would Airless Tyres Mean For Safety?

11 Jul 2017

Testing and Inspection [VIDEO]

22 Jun 2017

Do Video Games Make Us Better Drivers?

21 Jun 2017

Going Off Road

9 Jun 2017

Dania Showcase Video Goes Live

7 Jun 2017

The Flying Car Will Change Everything

6 Jun 2017

What Is Torque Steer (And How Does It Occur)?

30 Mai 2017

Why We Use Iron In Car Components

26 Mai 2017

What Is Engine Braking? (And Why You Should Do It)

18 Mai 2017

The Greatest Driving Roads In The World

2 Mai 2017

How Have Formula 1 Brakes Evolved?

28 Apr 2017

What Is A Torque Converter and How Does It Work?

26 Apr 2017

Dania Exhibiting at Hannover Messe

20 Apr 2017

Melting and Pouring [VIDEO]

20 Apr 2017

MFG welcomes its first Management Graduate

19 Apr 2017

What Are Closing Speeds (And Why Do They Matter)?

6 Apr 2017

MAT Neunkirchen Flyby [Video]

30 Mar 2017

Are Lighter Wheels a Waste of Money?

30 Mar 2017

The People of MAT Foundry Group [Video]

28 Mar 2017

How Does A Differential Work?

24 Mar 2017

How Track Cars Differ From Road Cars

23 Mar 2017