To produce a prototype axial flux motor using novel cooling technologies with the aim of providing a step change (30%) in power output.

Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains, famously supplying Formula 1 power units, have partnered with leading UK powertrain manufacturer YASA Limited, and gearbox manufacturers DePe Gear Company Ltd to develop a groundbreaking highly compact dual motor axle for high performance vehicles. With significant benefits for UK-based automotive innovation, IGNITED presents a robust market-entry strategy for rapid growth, securing UK-based job opportunities within a highly skilled workforce. Successful completion of IGNITED will position the UK at the forefront of high-performance electric drive unit technology, solidifying the UK's reputation as a hub of automotive innovation.

YASA, a thriving automotive business currently selling UK-manufactured powertrain products to the luxury EV sector, have partnered with semiconductor specialists Cambridge Gan Devices, and HORIBA MIRA, to realise a step-change in EV vehicle architecture. Project Re-Gen perfectly embodies world-class UK-based innovation, anchoring production expertise in the UK with a strong immediate route to market and great future expansion opportunities, delivered by a strong consortium with significant growth potential. Successful delivery will put the UK at the forefront of BEV powertrains for many years and contribute to the UK's reputation as an innovative and industry-leading place to do business. Change in project scope is that the on-vehicle testing element of the project will now be achieved via different vehicle projects rather than the original OEM track vehicle.

Project Additive is a combines YASA's latest motor technology with Domin's active suspension. Working with Cranfield University, the consortium look to create a novel propulsion technology which targets the luxury sector. The project is focused on improving powertrain technology for electric vehicles, by making them lighter, more efficiency, improving their ride and handling and ultimately reducing cost. About the partners involved in the project: YASA, the project lead, is a subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz. YASA design and manufacture high performance electric motors and power electronics for the premium automotive industry. There focus is on novel architectures, weight reduction and efficiency improvements. Domin are a UK privately help company that focusses on high speed hydraulic actuation. Their novel suspension technology enables weight reduction and efficiency improvements whilst offering best-in-class ride and handling. Cranfield University have world-leading simulation capability and test facilities and will assist the consortium with digital twin modelling and vehicle powertrain design optimisation.

YASA has developed proprietary, highly differentiated electric motor and power electronics technology targeted at the automotive market. YASA has a unique opportunity to grow its automotive business in the UK having been nominated by a large European OEM for the development of a high-power electric motor and associated power stage electronics for their battery electric vehicle (BEV). To meet the OEM's production volumes YASA needs to establish a high-volume production line in a new production facility. YASA is looking at possible locations in the UK and Europe for this new volume production facility. The primary objective of this feasibility study is to undertake a more detailed assessment of the cost of manufacturing the YASA e-motor in these countries. The study will also enable YASA to provide prospective premium automotive customers with detailed credible plans for scaling volume production and hence will increase chances of winning additional business.

To produce a prototype axial flux motor using novel cooling technologies with the aim of providing a step change (30%) in power output.

To develop sustainable joining technologies for mass manufacture of high reliability high torque, low mass electric motors.