Automotive & Transport

Whether for prototyping or end-use parts, it is undeniable that additive manufacturing can be used in many industries, indeed we have already told you about its use in space, sports and food, among many others. This includes the railway sector.…

Innovation is paramount in the world of cycling, and New York-based company No. 22 is setting new standards with the Reactor Aero, the world’s first 3D-printed titanium aero bike. The model combines state-of-the-art technology with exceptional design and promises an…

Ford, one of the largest car manufacturers in the world, has set itself an ambitious goal: The company is aiming to have an all-electric passenger vehicle lineup in the EU by 2030. Leading the way in this initiative is the…

The automotive industry is steadily moving towards greater sustainability and 3D printing is playing a crucial role in this transition. This is because additive manufacturing enables companies to produce more environmentally friendly, lighter and more efficient components. This in turn…

One of the sectors where we see the increasing use of 3D printing is the railroad industry. This is due to the fact that it faces the constant challenge of needing to supply parts with advanced properties in a short…

The use of 3D printing in motor racing has become increasingly common. The ability to rapidly produce, customize and select the most appropriate materials for each application has led many automakers to adopt this technology. In Formula 1, for example,…

Futurewave, a Belgian company with a team of 25 designers and engineers, known for its innovative products in the fields of transport, electronics and furniture, recently presented its new bicycle. Called Alyx, it was partly manufactured by 3D printing. Another…

Put together a Fiat Topolino, 3D printing and summer… the result? A Fiat Topolino spiaggina specially made by Carrozzeria Castagna of Milan! The four-wheeler has been specifically designed just for the beach and with an unmistakable Italian style, immediately evoking…

Never let it be said that the United Arab Emirates is a stranger to innovative technologies. In Dubai, the country’s most populous city, especially, we have seen a number of projects using 3D printing in recent years. And now there…

After the Kaprun cable car fire in November 2000 and the fire in the sleeping car of the DB night train from Paris to Munich in 2002 (two of the worst train fire disasters in Europe), calls for flame-retardant parts…

Following its increased adoption of 3D printing, which has almost entirely replaced the company’s traditional methods for prototype manufacturing since April, McLaren Automotive has announced a multi-year collaboration with Divergent Technologies, a California-based leader in industrial digital manufacturing. This collaboration…

In the automotive industry, innovative approaches and exceptional features are essential to stand out from the competition. Advancements in development methods, materials, and design are key factors in this race. Toyota’s customization and development department is continually striving to introduce…