The 2026 PMW Expo got underway in Cologne on Wednesday, bringing specialized motorsport engineering components and limited-edition track vehicles to the two-day industry-only event.
Innovation remains the central theme of this year’s 2026 PMW Expo, which features a wide range of high-performance automotive technology.
Manthey is marking its 30th anniversary at the show with two limited-edition models: the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup MR 30 and the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport MR 30. The Cup-based model features a 4.2-litre six-cylinder boxer engine producing 412kW, paired with updated cooling, suspension, and carbon-fibre bodywork.
The Cayman model incorporates a decade of development, achieving a weight reduction of 5.7kg compared to the base version. Production for each of these models is limited to 15 examples.
Safety and sensor technology are prominent throughout the exhibition floor. Megatec Electronic is presenting an Anti-Collision System designed for high-performance motorsport that utilizes a radar sensor for reliable operation in rain, fog, or night conditions.
The company is also showcasing its TT Series, which integrates a TFT touch display with mechanical buttons and tactile feedback. Nearby, bf1systems is demonstrating its 1System platform, which uses 2.4GHz wireless communications for tyre pressure and temperature monitoring, including an IRTPTMS Pro sensor that measures temperature at 28 points across the inner tyre carcass.
Mechanical and structural innovations are also on display. SADEV is showcasing its SCL924 in-line transmission, a six-speed sequential gearbox designed for GT racing, drift, and hillclimb applications. The 38-kilogram unit includes an integrated oil pump and interchangeable ratios.
ATL has introduced redesigned steel containers for its safety fuel-cell range. These containers feature vertical edges for improved clearance and a removable window, allowing teams to verify the fuel bladder’s validity date without removal.
Energy storage and data collection systems round out the event’s technical offerings. BOLD is highlighting its UHP battery system, which provides 1.5kWh of usable energy in a 21-kilogram package, rated at 200kW peak power.
For aerodynamic development, Evolution Measurement is displaying the EvoScann P4-A pressure scanner. Weighing less than nine grams, the four-channel unit is designed to fit into tight spaces like wings, ducts, and diffusers, supporting scan rates up to 1,000Hz.
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