Roadmapping future powertrain technologies: A case study of Ford Otosan

• Main Authors: Irmak Kockan, Tugrul U. Daim, Nathasit Gerdsri
• Other Authors: Istanbul Teknik Universitesi
• Format: Article
• Published: 2018
• Subjects: Business, Management and Accounting; Engineering
• Online Access: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/28867
• Institution: Mahidol University

This study explores future powertrain systems with the aim of defining the most probable implantation road map for the different alternatives to improve powertrain efficiency. A new methodology called technology development envelope (TDE) for transforming the roadmapping approach to the level in which it is dynamic, flexible and operationalisable is used for a case study of Ford Otosan's technological planning concept. In the first section, technologic roadmapping methodology is explained. As a next step, each powertrain solution is explained. Advantages regarding efficiency, fuel consumption, cost-effectiveness, emissions, infrastructure and performance have been listed. In the next sections, TDE methodology and the application DELPHI method are described in detail. A series of criteria and sub-factors have been generated with the aim to compare the different powertrain systems to identify the best solutions. Copyright © 2010 Inderscience Enterprises Ltd.