WatCAR

The Waterloo Centre for Automotive Research (WatCAR) is an automotive research centre at the University of Waterloo focused on leading-edge studies to enhance automotive innovation and competitiveness.

More than 75 automotive researchers, the largest university-based automotive activity in Canada, undertake key technologies-enabling research in the Faculties of Engineering, Applied Health Sciences, Mathematics, and Science.

Their vision of the vehicle of the future is something lightweight, safe and intelligent, powered by alternative fuels, environmentally sustainable and user-friendly. WatCAR serves as a focal point for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Automotive Parts Manufacturers (Tier 1 and 2), Material Suppliers and Government to access automotive research and programs on campus.

The University of Waterloo's automotive expertise extends to:

Alternative Energy and Fuel Cells
Dynamic Stability, Electronic Control, Software
Manufacturing
Materials
Occupant Protection and Ergonomics
Telematics and Informatics
Sensors and Actuators

Our brochure, captures all aspects of WatCAR research and our investigators.

Contact Us to discover how we can help you create the vehicle of the future.