Vehicle Engineering

Vehicle Engineering from One Source by Magna Powertrain Engineering Center Steyr

Ensuring seamless integration and top-notch performance. Explore key areas of expertise below.

Innovative Vehicle Engineering Solutions for Modern Automotive Challenges

Leading automotive manufacturers and emerging industry players trust Magna's unparalleled blend of cutting-edge engineering expertise and profound understanding of every facet of vehicle production.

Our engineering team leverages state-of-the-art methods to address critical challenges such as mandatory CO2 reduction, autonomous driving, and platform development for efficient production and advanced customer requirements.

With extensive experience in vehicle engineering, particularly in light commercial vehicles (LCV), commercial vehicles (CV), and special vehicles, we manage the entire development process from concept to serial production readiness, including comprehensive validation. Our core competencies encompass vehicle design, vehicle integration, and system engineering, with a specialized focus on electrified powertrains.

Styling

At Magna, we are committed to turning visionary ideas into revolutionary automotive designs.

Our holistic approach covers every phase of the design process, from initial concept development to detailed hardware modeling. By integrating creativity, advanced technologies, and meticulous attention to detail, we provide state-of-the-art solutions that address the ever-changing needs of the automotive industry.

Below, we highlight our specialized services in styling, surface & visualization, serial design development, and hardware modeling.

Concept Design Development

Trend research
Styling benchmark
Orientation program
Mood boards
Design strategy
Theme development exteriors and interiors

Surface & Visualization

Fast modelling (polygon modelling)
CAS - 3D theme development
Class A surfacing
Powerwall visualization
Virtual reality design check

Serial Design Development

Theme verification
Serial design support during realization
Colour and trim
Styling - technical unification
Design detail

Hardware Modelling

Design check model exterior
Deign check model interior
Scale models
Clay models
Interior seating buck

Chassis Development

At Magna, we are dedicated to advancing automotive technology through meticulous system engineering. Our expertise spans across various domains, ensuring the development, validation, and optimization of vehicle systems. From system architecture and vehicle simulation to energy management and system requirements, our comprehensive approach guarantees high-performance and efficient automotive solutions.

Explore our key areas of focus to understand how we drive innovation in the automotive industry.

Chassis Frame

Ride and handling simulation and performance target setting
Frame for special vehicle application
Brake system simulation and integration
Lightweight solutions
Strength and fatigue simulation

Axle / Suspension System

Rigid axle suspension
Independent suspension
Pusher- / trailing axle suspension
Spring types (air, steel, hydraulic)
Kinematics simulation and performance target setting

Steering System

System design for standard rigid axle or independent suspension
Kinematics steering and suspension system development
Steering column kinematics
Steering ratios and forces
Steering system interface development

Powertrain Integration

Passenger cars to heavy duty trucks
Powertrain packaging
Interface system development
Cooling system
Air intake, fuel and after treatment system
Powertrain performance and energy demand optimization

System Engineering

At Magna, our System Engineering services are designed to drive innovation and ensure the highest standards of performance and reliability in automotive technology.
Our comprehensive approach covers every aspect of system development, from initial architecture to final validation. Explore our key areas of expertise:

System Architecture

Development of vehicle systems
System specification
System benchmarking
System validation
HV / LV system design

System Requirements

Engineering
Function development
Vehicle System application

Vehicle Simulation

Vehicle performance analysis
Vehicle topology evaluation
Specification of powertrain components
Plant model build up for SiL analysis

Energy Management

Vehicle energy management concept investigation
Architecture definition VTM system
Validation of VTM system

Cabin / Body

Welcome to Magna's Cabin and Body Development section. Our comprehensive approach to vehicle design encompasses every aspect of cabin and body engineering, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and comfort. Explore our expertise in Cabin Concepts, Body in White (BIW) Development, Exterior Development, and Interior Development, where we integrate advanced technologies and innovative solutions to meet the highest standards in the automotive industry.

Cabin Concept