Tea and coffee will be served before the lecture in the foyer near the lecture theatre. The lecture will be followed by a drinks reception, poster display and a showcase from Imperial researchers, showing the latest developments in the field of sustainable energy. It will offer the general public the chance to engage directly with those developing new technologies and ideas.
Timetable:
17:30 Tea and coffee reception
18:00 Lecture starts
19:15 Drinks reception
THE FUTURE OF ENERGY IN PASSENGER VEHICLES: A MANUFACTURERS VIEW
Abstract
Most of today’s energy sources for mobile propulsion systems are non-renewable. All of the mass storage, distribution, mobile storage and mobile energy conversion pathways involve energy input and conversion efficiencies.
The Automotive Industry has committed to reduce energy consumption per travelled distance substantially over the next decade. In his talk, Dr Epple will discuss the various merits and challenges of these pathways for global CO2 reduction from passenger car use, and will present various solutions and discuss some of the major business and commercial considerations.
Biography
Dr Wolfgang Epple is leading Jaguar Land Rover’s Research and Technology activities. He joined Jaguar Land Rover in June 2012 as Director, Product Programmes. To his role he brings more than 28 years of experience in automotive product development, production and quality assurance.
Dr Epple joined JLR from PROTON, Malaysia’s leading auto manufacturer and owner of iconic British car brand Lotus, where he acted as Senior Director for engineering, purchasing, manufacturing and quality assurance divisions. Concurrently he headed the development of a new platform. Prior to that, Dr Epple spent some 24 years with BMW, primarily in its research and development division. He directed the development of several car projects. He also served as CEO and President of BMW Hybrid Technology Corporation in Troy/Michigan, USA, which included the development of hybrid modules.