The Branch is pleased to announce that the May lecture in our 2024/25 Lecture Season will be a joint event with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).

Join members of the Ariel Motor Company’s Research and Development team for an in-depth technical and strategic discussion exploring the brand’s journey through innovation, niche manufacturing, and performance-driven engineering.

This session will delve into Ariel’s history and design philosophy, charting its evolution from pioneering lightweight combustion vehicles such as the iconic Ariel Atom and off-road Nomad to its latest ventures into electrification. Key topics will include Ariel’s response to shifting consumer demands, environmental considerations, and the broader transition toward sustainable mobility. The session will cover aspects of vehicle design, performance optimization, low-volume production strategies, and the integration of advanced technologies in both combustion and electric platforms.

As part of the session, attendees will also have the opportunity to get up close with the prototype electric E-Nomad, offering a rare chance to examine the engineering and craftsmanship firsthand and to engage directly with the team behind its development.

Students, RAeS and IMechE Members - FREE

Non-Members Entry Donation - £2

TIMETABLE

18:00 - Refreshments

18:30 - Lecture Commences

19:45 - Approximate Finish

VENUE

iAero Centre

(Located within Leonardo Helicopters Airfield)

Bunford Lane

Yeovil

BA20 2GL

Limited parking onsite. Please use the Leonardo Helicopters free car park (2 minute walk).