International Journal of Vehicle Design

IJVD, the journal of vehicle engineering, automotive technology and components, has been established for over a quarter of a century as an international authoritative reference in the field. It publishes the Proceedings of the International Association for Vehicle Design, which is an independent, non-profit-making learned society that exists to develop, promote and coordinate the science and practice of vehicle design and safety. Topics covered include Vehicle engineering design Automotive technology R&D of all types of self-propelled vehicles R&D of vehicle components Interface between aesthetics and engineering Integration of vehicle and components design into the development of complete vehicle systems Social and environmental impacts of vehicle design Energy Safety.