Lawrence Butcher

South Croydon, United Kingdom

Journalist and Photographer at Freelance

Editor, PMW Magazine and Automotive Powertrain Technology International at UKi Media & Events

Editor at Automotive Testing Technology International

Editor at Professional Motorsport World

Lawrence Butcher, editor, Professional Motorsport World and Automotive Powertrain Technology magazines, freelance writer for @Motor_Sport and @RacecarEngineer

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EXPO INTERVIEW: Phil Koopman, Carnegie Mellon University

2 weeks ago | autonomousvehicleinternational.com | Lawrence Butcher

Fresh from his extended conference presentation, ‘Understanding self-driving vehicle safety’, Phil Koopman, associate professor at Pennsylvania’s Carnegie Mellon University, found time to further share his thoughts with AAVI in this exclusive interview filmed at ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle Technology Expo Europe 2025. “You have to think bigger than the driver,” he explained.
EXPO INTERVIEW: Manuel Del Castillo, FocalPoint Positioning

2 weeks ago | autonomousvehicleinternational.com | Lawrence Butcher

In an exclusive announcement at ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle Technology Expo Europe 2025, FocalPoint Positioning and STMicroelectronics have revealed a strategic collaboration that will see FocalPoint’s S-GNSS Auto software product integrated into ST‘s Teseo range of chips to enhance their accuracy and reliability. Manuel Del Castillo, VP of business development at FocalPoint Positioning, gave AAVI the inside scoop during an interview on the expo floor.
EXPO INTERVIEW: Manuel Del Castillo, FocalPoint Positioning

2 weeks ago | autonomousvehicleinternational.com | Lawrence Butcher

In an exclusive announcement at ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle Technology Expo Europe 2025, FocalPoint Positioning and STMicroelectronics have revealed a strategic collaboration that will see FocalPoint’s S-GNSS Auto software product integrated into ST‘s Teseo range of chips to enhance their accuracy and reliability. Manuel Del Castillo, VP of business development at FocalPoint Positioning, gave us the inside scoop during an interview on the expo floor. To find out more, visit FocalPoint at Booth 9350.
EXPO INTERVIEW: Anshit Sood, Peter Huber Kältemaschinenbau SE

2 weeks ago | automotivetestingtechnologyinternational.com | Lawrence Butcher

Peter Huber Kältemaschinenbau SE has been manufacturing temperature control systems since 1968 and recognizes the importance of temperature conditioning when testing components of all sizes.
EXPO INTERVIEW: Aleksandar Granulic, Acutronic Simulation & Test

2 weeks ago | automotivetestingtechnologyinternational.com | Lawrence Butcher

As Day 1 kicked off at Automotive Testing Expo Europe in Stuttgart, ATTI caught up with Aleksandar Granulic, general manager at Acutronic Simulation & Test International, to find out how the company’s products benefit the testing community and how they can be used to fully automate a test sequence. Its shakers, amplifier and logic module were among the intuitive products discussed that are designed to reduce downtime and improve efficiency. Watch the video to find out more.
Ginetta reveals new GT2 car

3 weeks ago | pmw-magazine.com | Lawrence Butcher

UK-based sportscar manufacturer Ginetta is set to become a surprise addition to SRO’s GT2 platform. Mike Simpson, Ginetta’s CEO of motorsport, has revealed to PMW Expo media partner Daily Sportscar that the company is currently developing a car that is due to debut in this year’s SRO GT2 series. It is an evolution of the company’s GTX model, which debuted in 2024, winning the 24H Dubai and the Middle East Cup.
A sealing leader in the era of electrification

1 month ago | automotivepowertraintechnologyinternational.com | Lawrence Butcher

* Sponsored contentFrench company Hutchinson, a leader in high-performance sealing solutions, stands out for its expertise in the design and formulation of tailor-made materials and solutions. For 170 years, Hutchinson has been developing rubber solutions that extend the lifetime and performance of vehicles. Thanks to its innovative spirit and agility, its teams support OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in the transition to new forms of mobility.
CATL releases trio of battery technologies

1 month ago | automotivepowertraintechnologyinternational.com | Lawrence Butcher

CATL unveiled three impressive EV battery products at its inaugural Super Tech Day on April 21: The Freevoy Dual-Power Battery; Naxtra, stated to be the world’s first mass-produced sodium-ion battery; and the second-generation Shenxing Superfast Charging Battery. The battery manufacturer also presented an integrated 24V start/stop Naxtra battery for heavy-duty trucks.
Helical carbon nanotubes yield composite material improvements

1 month ago | pmw-magazine.com | Lawrence Butcher

A research team at Wichita State University says it has developed a new nanocomposite material that could significantly enhance the strength, durability, multifunctionality and performance of composite structures.
Lancia Ypsilon Rally4 HF makes competition debut

1 month ago | pmw-magazine.com | Lawrence Butcher

Lancia officially made its return to rallying at the Rally Regione Piemonte over the weekend of April 12-13, with the Ypsilon Rally4 HF making its competitive debut. According to Lancia, it has already sold 90 Ypsilon Rally4s, with several competing in Piemonte. Equipped with a 212hp, turbo engine paired with a SADEV 5-speed gearbox and adjustable Ohlin shock absorbers, the Ypsilon Rally4 HF is aimed squarely at new drivers who want to cut their teeth.