Project impact targets achieved:
Increase prototyping of innovative propulsion systems and engines for the next generation of vehicles
25 new jobs created
Powertrain Technology Centre
Total Project Cost: £2.2m
LGF Awarded: £0.5m
Status: Outputs and outcomes completed
Oxfordshire is globally renowned as a centre of science and innovation and a critical part of the UK’s iconic ‘Motorsport Valley’. Prodrive, which is based in Banbury and is the world’s leading motorsport business, opened its Powertrain Technology Centre in November 2019. The purpose-built facility represents a multi-million investment and was constructed over a period of six months.
The new Powertrain Technology Centre means that Prodrive can design bespoke engines, make a prototype unit to complete a full validation programme using its own advanced transient dyno and manufacture the powertrain in its own facilities.
Delivery Partner: Prodrive
This installation showcases Prodrive’s ability to develop the next generation of electric, hybrid and internal combustion engines for road and competition applications, while also strengthening the expertise and services that it offers existing motorsport and technology clients.