With a history as a qualified Automotive Engineer spanning over 30 years, Mike has worked on the design, development and production of many of the world’s most prestigious vehicles and engine derivatives. From an early apprenticeship as a vehicle mechanic, fabricator and paint technician, Mike progressed through the ranks to a post-graduate career in road car and F1 engineering, developing powertrain and chassis installations for Tom Walkinshaw Racing, Jaguar Land Rover and Aston Martin. The most significant projects have included partnerships with RenaultSport developing the mid-engined V6 Clio, through to engineering, testing and development for Jaguar and their XK sports car steering system and heading-up JLR’s Powertrain Performance and Economy team. After this there followed several years in engine design for Cosworth on road car and aerospace engine projects and then with Aston Martin, developing their new V12 and twin turbo engines for the DB9, DB11, Vantage, Vanquish and Rapide models. More recently, Mike has continued to consult within the industry, on tasks ranging from engine and chassis design, through to vehicle development and whole vehicle testing.