JCB Hydromax engine wins double at PMW Awards
The JCB Hydromax engine was named Powertrain Technology of the Year and Overall Engineering Innovation of the Year at the PMW awards in Cologne. The engine featured in the JCB Hydromax vehicle which set a new FIA world land-speed record for a hydrogen-powered vehicle of 406.320 mph at the Bonneville salt flats earlier this year.
The PMW Expo Awards celebrate excellence and innovation across the motorsport and high-performance automotive supply chain. Recognising the pivotal contributions of suppliers and engineers, the awards highlight the technologies and solutions that drive the industry forward.
The in-line four-cylinder medium-duty design was based on an existing JCB production hydrogen engine. Over 13 months, Ricardo supported with engine development to uprate the base engine from 74 hp to over 800 bhp. Ricardo also supported with engine build, testing and technical support in the run up to and during the record attempt.
Collecting the award on behalf of the team, Richard Cornwell, Technical Specialist at Ricardo, said: “The whole team is incredibly proud that the JCB Hydromax engine has been recognised in the PMW Awards in both categories. This programme showcases the very best of Ricardo's performance engineering capabilities and reflects the expertise and dedication of the technical teams who continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in internal combustion engine development.”
