Interviews

Strain Rate Implications in Gear Fatigue Strength

Why loading speed deserves more attention: Strain rate can significantly influence the fatigue strength of gear steels, especially in ferritic…

We Could Achieve Climate Targets Much Faster with a Multi-path Strategy

Are battery electric drives the only way to achieve the climate targets in transportation? Or could different drive concepts be considered for…

Hydrogen Combustion Engine: A Zero-emission Drive Alternative for Trucks

The pressure from the market is great: haulage companies are looking for new drive solutions that will help to further advance the decarbonization of…

Methanol – the “Oil“ of Tomorrow?

In his keynote speech at the 12th International Engine Congress, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Frank Atzler, Chair of Internal Combustion Engines and Drive…

We Need a New, Feasible Step-by-step Plan

Between the poles of innovation and transformation: In his keynote speech at the 12th International Engine Congress, CLEPA President Matthias Zink…

We Need More Diversity and Holistic Life Cycle Analyses

In his keynote speech at the International Engine Congress 2025, Prof. Dr. André Casal Kulzer calls for openness to diverse drive technologies in…

“Mastering Change by Focusing on Key Technologies”

Why focus is critical now: Rapid advances in software-defined vehicles, AI, and virtualization are reshaping the industry. Success depends on…

„Define Uniform Standards for Safety, Testing and Validation“

The path forward for validation and safety: Highly advanced virtual simulation environments enable faster, more reliable testing of automated driving…

Digital Homologation Requires New Processes and More Transparency

What does the path to digital homologation in automotive development look like? At ELIV 2024 and in our interview, Dr.-Ing. Christopher Wiegand from…

Digital Homologation: the Key to Faster Vehicle Development and Higher Quality

Elmar Frickenstein considers digital homologation to be indispensable in vehicle development. He will be moderating a panel discussion on this topic…