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Keep up-to-date with all our latest stories, exciting developments and proud achievements at the Department of Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering.

Car in green light

Loughborough’s unique, real-world testing could lead to more efficient cars

Repeatable, real-world testing by Loughborough University could see our cars becoming more efficient.
A view of Hazelrigg Building, Loughborough University

Dr Dan Butcher contributes to 'Aerodynamics and AI' on BBC Click

Dr Dan Butcher speaks to the BBC’s flagship technology programme about his research into improving the aerodynamics of wheelchair racing.
View of a JLR factory

Jaguar Type 00: the controversial pink car is more in step with the brand’s history than detractors think

At first glance, Jaguar’s new electric Type 00 concept car is surprising, shocking or perhaps even jarring to some. This is largely due to its bright pink colour (it also comes in blue).
Flt Lt Rob Thomas. Image: MoD/Crown Copyright 2024.

Flt Lt Rob Thomas is latest alumnus to join the Red Arrows

Flight Lieutenant Rob Thomas is the fourth Loughborough graduate to join the Red Arrows in the last nine years. He follows in the footsteps of former pilots Flt Lt Simon Taylor, Flt Lt Stuart Roberts, and current Red 1, Squadron Leader Jon Bond.
Dr Lu Tian

Dr Lu Tian has been awarded the Hinshelwood Prize for Combustion

Dr Tian has been recognised for her vital research in the development of utilising alternative fuels to target the UK’s 2050 net-zero carbon emission goals.
Crash test vehicle at MIRA.

Automotive Engineering MSc students attend annual visit to Crash Test at Horiba MIRA

Students studying Automotive Engineering MSc attended the annual, exclusive visit to Horiba MIRA, one of the world’s leading automotive testing facilities. The visit, that brings life to the Body Engineering module, provided a unique opportunity to observe real-world crashworthiness tests, an activity not typically carried out by a university, that will significantly enhance their understanding of crash dynamics and vehicle safety.
Elite cyclist on a cycling track.

Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering contributes to elite cyclist's German hour record attempt

Our Department is playing a pivotal role in supporting elite cyclist and graduate Axel Dopfer in his attempt to break the German hour record on 18 September 2024.
Charlie Dobson said: “The rest of the boys did all the work for me really, I just had to get it round and I did very well with that I think and we secured it. These guys did the hard work and I had to roll with it. It was incredible.”

Aeronautical Engineering alumnus takes home bronze in Men's 4x400 relay

Loughborough athletes were instrumental in the Men’s 4x400m Relay, helping Great Britain to win a stirring bronze medal on the penultimate night of sporting action in Paris.
LUMotorsport team with car at Silverstone.

LUMotorsport achieves best finish since 2020 at Formula Student UK 2024

After a year of designing, manufacturing, and countless late nights, the LUMotorsports team travelled to Silverstone from July 17-21 to compete in Formula Student UK (FSUK) 2024. Their car, LFS24, launched to an audience of sponsors, alumni, and university faculty, looked impressive with its sloping nose, large wings, and wide sidepods in the iconic pink and purple of LUM.
Graduates in cap and gown holding certificates

School of AACME celebrates final-year students at graduation prize ceremony

The School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering celebrated the final-year students at the annual graduation prize ceremony, honouring their outstanding achievements.