• Trusted specialists in efficient, integrated propulsion and high performance solutions.
• World-class track record of performance design and development.
• Long-term customer relationships within the performance automotive market sector.
Complete engine and transmission programmes
Explore the turnkey engine and transmission programme with Ricardo
Complete engine and transmission programmes
Ricardo's end-to-end Capability
Ricardo is uniquely positioned to be able to provide complete turnkey solution which combines the development and supply of both the engine and the transmission aligned to the technical and operational requirements of this programme.
Our specialised technicians and engineers have a wealth of knowledge and experience in world-class design and manufacturing techniques, which minimises the overall project risk in terms of time, cost and reliability.
Design and Development
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• Highly skilled DFM and DFA capability to optimise design for performance, quality and cost.
• History of developing flexible, robust, quality controlled, multi-stage assembly lines.
• Process driven approach to key factors of supply chain, quality, end of line test and supply.
Niche Volume Series Supply
• Experts in precision manufacturing and assembly for high performance and specialised applications.
• Proven track record of managing complex, high precision combustion engine builds to automotive standards.
• Highly mature supply chain engagement strategies to manage risk and protect supply.
Transmission specialists
Ricardo is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of transmissions and gearboxes for high performance, motorsport and specialised automotive applications. For over 50 years, we have crafted highly optimised gearboxes and transmissions in niche volumes, partnering with the world’s premier automotive OEMs to support them in creating the truly exhilarating driving experiences their customers expect of their brands.
Ricardo’s specialised technicians and engineers bring decades of experience creating gearboxes and transmissions for motorsport and other markets with demanding packaging, durability or performance requirements. This learning enables us to deliver driveline solutions which balance performance, efficiency, durability, and reliability for complex automotive applications, whilst being sensitive to challenging programme cost and lead time considerations.
Engine capability
Ricardo has built its legacy on developing high-performance, efficient propulsion systems for the most demanding and complex applications. As the automotive industry pushes the boundaries of innovation to meet evolving regulatory, environmental, and performance challenges, Ricardo remains committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that balance extreme power, efficiency, and sustainability.
Our propulsion system engineering programmes have enabled some of the world’s most renowned OEMs to achieve their ambitious performance, packaging and efficiency targets, whilst remaining sensitive to budget constraints.
With world-class niche volume assembly capabilities, Ricardo delivers complete propulsion system programs, spanning advanced internal combustion, hybrid and fully electric, and alternative fuel solutions. Our expertise ensures that every system we develop not only meets the highest performance standards but also delivers an unrivalled driving experience whilst being sensitive other programme considerations.
Benefits of a turnkey engine and transmission programme
Product Benefits
Closely integrated engineering teams enable optimised performance and packaging for seamless vehicle integration, while in-house expertise in embedded software, controls, ECU and TCU development supports efficient, fully integrated system solutions.
Quality Benefits
Early Design for Manufacture and Assembly engagement streamlines development, enables efficient industrialisation and early quality gateway identification, while enhanced in-house rig testing supports robust validation of powertrain and driveline performance.
Supply chain benefits
Working with a single supplier streamlines the supply chain, reducing total ownership costs. Early supplier onboarding lowers NRE, while flexible powertrain delivery options and post-production efficiencies enhance overall programme value.
Cost Benefits
Combining subsystems with one supplier reduces overheads and simplifies communication. Early design and DFA collaboration optimises cost without performance impact, while controlled timing of spend improves cash flow without compromising project delivery.
Reduced time to market
A single team structure accelerates communication and decision making, enabling efficient identification of programme opportunities and concurrent activities, supporting faster market entry or extended development cycles where required.
Effective risk management
Using a single supplier across the programme improves risk management with clear accountability, while knowledge gained from prototype builds ensures a smoother, lower-risk transition into series production and launch.
Why Ricardo?
Support across the full product lifecycle
End-to-end product solutions for both engine and transmissions.
Technical excellence
Proven world-class technical development and series supply capabilities for performance on-road and motorsport applications
Consolidated project management
Established processes for bringing together global teams across Ricardo and their client for seamless collaboration.
Established quality management systems
Including AS9100D accredited component manufacturing and IATF 16946 accredited assembly.
In-house calibration and testing
Full calibration, vehicle integration support, and end-of-line testing.
Post-production services
Full warranty management options to suit application and aftersales support.
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