autos, cars, morgan, morgan 3 wheeler, morgan motor company, morgan super 3, superform technology, new super 3 brings the morgan 3 wheeler concept into the 21st century

Morgan Motor Company, which has been well known for its unique 3-wheeled cars over its history of more than 100 years, has come out with an all-new model that brings the idea of 3-wheelers into the 21st century. Unveiled today, the new Super 3 brings with it a new design philosophy. In comparison with the outgoing 3-Wheeler, which was created in the style of the 1920s V-twin-engined 3-wheelers, the Super 3’s designers and engineers have drawn influences from the mid to late century.

First clean-sheet design since 2000
It’s Morgan’s first clean-sheet design since the launch of the Aero 8 in 2000 and the company’s biggest visual departure since the 1962 Plus 4 Plus. Aerodynamic and mechanical requirements have heavily influenced the form and proportions of the new car. This is most notable in the cast aluminium structures that provide the face of the vehicle, brace the engine and control the corner

autos, cars, morgan, morgan 3 wheeler, morgan motor company, morgan super 3, superform technology, new super 3 brings the morgan 3 wheeler concept into the 21st century

It is powered by a Ford-supplied 1.5-litre engine, a compact 3-cylinder unit with an output of 118 bhp/150 Nm. The engine is coupled to 5-speed Mazda gearbox (similar to that in the MX-5) but no compensator is required in the driveline, therefore minimising complexity and weight. The bevel box has been re-engineered using a custom tooth profile, and it drives through a carbonfibre-reinforced drive belt.

Weight distribution has been crucial, and this has been achieved with precise positioning of the engine of a bonded aluminium Superformed monocoque platform. Morgan’s expertise with bonded aluminium platforms dates back more than two decades, to the start of Aero 8 production, and was furthered with the CX-Generation platform used in the 2020 Plus Four and 2019 Plus Six. With the Super 3’s platform, the technology evolves further still.

Superform technology
The Super 3 continues Morgan’s long-standing use of Superform technology. The heating of aluminium to a superplastic state before vacuum forming it allows for intricate exterior shapes to be created with a lower material stress than pressing. While Superformed exterior panels are a proven technology in automotive production, this is the first time the process has been used to produce a structural vehicle platform.

The Super 3’s face has the two familiar headlights and a horseshoe front grille, both recognisable elements of the brand. The engine resides beneath the nose cone and this visual mass sits directly behind the centreline of the front wheels to be a principle proportion of the car. Beneath the cowl, the engine is visible through a mesh with its moving mechanical components clear to see.

autos, cars, morgan, morgan 3 wheeler, morgan motor company, morgan super 3, superform technology, new super 3 brings the morgan 3 wheeler concept into the 21st century

While the front end embodies mechanical honesty, the tail contrasts this with elegant, streamlined simplicity. An exposed rib forms a beltline around the vertical midpoint of the vehicle. This feature is a nod to traditional seam joining techniques deployed on mid-century aircraft fuselages, and it is often apparent in ‘belly tank’ racers and early jets. Beneath it lies a unique cut-off tailpipe design, a feature that would normally be impossible but which meets regulations due to its positioning inbound of this beltline.

The rear casting integrates a hinge for the rear bootlid and optional luggage rack, and it allows this accessory to be lifted independently or in unison with the boot. Underneath the rear clamshell boot is an enclosure sculpted to provide maximum luggage capacity.

Interior designed for adventure
The interior of the Super 3 has (given its adventure credentials) been designed for resilience. Rated at an approved ingress protection level of IP64, any part of the interior is completely dust-tight and protected against water splashing from any direction, even down to the integrated USB sockets.

autos, cars, morgan, morgan 3 wheeler, morgan motor company, morgan super 3, superform technology, new super 3 brings the morgan 3 wheeler concept into the 21st century

The minimalist dashboard features Morgan’s traditional centre-mounted dials but, for the first time in a Morgan, they are fully digital. Their surrounds – available in both anodised black or silver finishes – are formed from metal, just like any touchpoint in the cabin, and are cold to the touch, giving a material authenticity. The engine start/stop button, inspired by the ‘missile release’ button on military aircraft, is carried over from the outgoing model.

A choice of seat materials includes vinyl, water-resistant leather, saddle leather with enhanced durability and a technical fabric that combines a high level of water resistance, UV resistance and ease of maintenance and which offers an appealing alternative to leather.

autos, cars, morgan, morgan 3 wheeler, morgan motor company, morgan super 3, superform technology, new super 3 brings the morgan 3 wheeler concept into the 21st century

Bungee cords can be fitted to the chassis impressions in the outer cockpit to provide a quick storage solution for coats, maps and small bags, while a discreet lockable underseat compartment allows more valuable items to be stored.

Special tyre design
Morgan has worked in partnership with Avon to develop its own 20-inch diameter tyre for the Super 3. Reviving the iconic ‘Speedmaster’ name, the tyre is based on the look of a heritage motorcycle tyre with ‘ballooned’ sidewalls but has been engineered specifically for Morgan and is closer to a car tyre in its design. To ensure ultimate performance, the compound and casing design have been through extensive fine tuning.

autos, cars, morgan, morgan 3 wheeler, morgan motor company, morgan super 3, superform technology, new super 3 brings the morgan 3 wheeler concept into the 21st century

The rear tyre on a 3-wheeler is often subjected to the dirtiest, wettest part of the road and, as the driving tyre, it must maintain appropriate contact and grip. It therefore plays a crucial role in the handling and dynamic capabilities. The testing programme to determine the exact tyre choice for the rear of Super 3 was a rigorous one. After significant real-world testing and simulation, an Avon all-season tyre was selected to provide optimum slip angle.

The Super 3 marks Morgan’s most comprehensive vehicle development programme yet. The company has employed a new level of competence in CAE (computer-aided engineering) and structural durability simulations. Test vehicles have undergone ‘real-world’ mileage accumulation in all conditions, exceeding the parameters of any testing programme operated by the company to date and allowing for extensive insight into the life of the vehicle.

autos, cars, morgan, morgan 3 wheeler, morgan motor company, morgan super 3, superform technology, new super 3 brings the morgan 3 wheeler concept into the 21st century

“The Morgan Super 3 represents a new level of engineering integrity for Morgan. Superform techniques have allowed us to achieve something that is typically out of reach for niche manufacturers. The monocoque platform is light, stiff, strong and resilient and looks good. Throughout the vehicle, the quality of finish is comparable to that of much larger manufacturers, and we feel we have engineered a car that delivers a lot more value to Morgan customers,” said Chris Arthur, Chief Engineer at Morgan Motor Company.

Most configurable Morgan
The Super 3 is the most configurable Morgan to date, with more than 200 options and accessories at the time of launch. A key project aim was to design and homologate all accessories and options alongside the development of the new car. This not only ensures that those options work in total harmony with the car but also removes the need to retrofit additional options once it has been built.

autos, cars, morgan, morgan 3 wheeler, morgan motor company, morgan super 3, superform technology, new super 3 brings the morgan 3 wheeler concept into the 21st century

In what has been recognised as the company’s first patent, a unique fixing has been designed to allow for numerous opportunities to adorn the Super 3 with additional options. Known as ‘accessory rails’, the fixings are available in anodised black or silver and can be applied to sideblades, under the dashboard, on the front and rear bulkheads, on wind deflectors, on the rear luggage rack and on the rear end of the hard shell pannier. Each accessory rail also features a thread for mounting a camera, providing owners with a simple solution to capture their adventures on video.

autos, cars, morgan, morgan 3 wheeler, morgan motor company, morgan super 3, superform technology, new super 3 brings the morgan 3 wheeler concept into the 21st century

Priced from £34,958.33 ex-factory (around RM200,000), the Super 3 will be sold through Morgan dealerships in the UK, Europe, the USA and selected markets, with the customers in the UK and Europe receiving their new cars first, followed by deliveries to the USA later in 2022.

“Following on from the incredible success of the outgoing Morgan 3 Wheeler has been no easy task. When we first decided to reintroduce it back in 2011, the company couldn’t have imagined just how popular and successful the V-twin model would be. We have developed this vehicle at a time when the industry, and the wider world, has been challenged beyond comprehension. Yet our engineering and design teams, along with our project partners, have been able to deliver a fitting new chapter to Morgan’s three-wheeled story,” said Steve Morris, Chairman and CEO of Morgan Motor Company.

autos, cars, morgan, morgan 3 wheeler, morgan motor company, morgan super 3, superform technology, new super 3 brings the morgan 3 wheeler concept into the 21st century

autos, cars, morgan, morgan 3 wheeler, morgan motor company, morgan super 3, superform technology, new super 3 brings the morgan 3 wheeler concept into the 21st century

Keyword: New Super 3 brings the Morgan 3 Wheeler concept into the 21st century

CAR'S NEWS RELATED

Tesla to hand over Musk's emails to JPMorgan in lawsuit over 2018 tweet

Companies JPMorgan Chase & Co Tesla Inc NEW YORK, July 19 (Reuters) – JPMorgan Chase (JPM.N) will get to review some of Elon Musk's emails as it pursues a lawsuit against Tesla (TSLA.O) over a bond contract dispute that arose after Musk tweeted he might take his electric car ...

View more: Tesla to hand over Musk's emails to JPMorgan in lawsuit over 2018 tweet

The Pembleton T24 Is A Featherweight Four-Wheeler With Morgan Vibes

Photo: Pembleton As a person approaching 40, I remember a time when a lightweight car was something under 2,500 pounds. I mean, the Lotus Emira – from a company famed for making featherweight sports cars – tips the scales at around 3,000 pounds. Just about the lightest thing you ...

View more: The Pembleton T24 Is A Featherweight Four-Wheeler With Morgan Vibes

Morgan Is Officially Back In the U.S. With the New Super 3

You have not been able to buy a new Morgan in the U.S since 2019. In the intervening years, Morgan has refreshed its lineup with a new Plus Four, Plus Six, and a successor to the 3-Wheeler, the Super 3. Now, the Super 3 has arrived on American soil, ending ...

View more: Morgan Is Officially Back In the U.S. With the New Super 3

Morgan Park to welcome QLD State Championships

Photo: MTR Images Queensland racing enthusiasts will be treated to an action-packed weekend of racing when Morgan Park Raceway hosts the third round of the WDSCC Motorsport Australia Queensland State Championship this weekend. Hosted by the Warwick District Sporting Car Club, this will be the second time the championship has ...

View more: Morgan Park to welcome QLD State Championships

Tesla shopping experience ‘as easy as Amazon Prime:’ Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley analyst Adam Jonas compared Tesla’s shopping experience with Amazon Prime in his latest research note. Like most of its practices, Tesla has its own way of selling vehicles. Unlike legacy automakers, Tesla sells directly to customers. Traditional OEMs sell through dealerships. Tesla’s way of selling cars has highlighted ...

View more: Tesla shopping experience ‘as easy as Amazon Prime:’ Morgan Stanley

Tesla (TSLA) can “harvest” far more IRA benefits than peers: Morgan Stanley

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) could have a significant impact on the electric vehicle sector, particularly for Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA). This was according to Morgan Stanley analysts, who noted that investors might be underestimating the potential benefits the legislation could provide to Tesla over the next few years. Morgan Stanley ...

View more: Tesla (TSLA) can “harvest” far more IRA benefits than peers: Morgan Stanley

These are the cars Star Wars heroes and villains would drive on Earth

May the 4th be with you! On Star Wars annual day of celebration, we take a fun look at what cars our favourite characters from a galaxy far, far away would drive if they lived in our world.

View more: These are the cars Star Wars heroes and villains would drive on Earth

Tesla (TSLA) gets reiterated “Overweight” rating from Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley has reiterated its “Overweight” rating and a $220.00 price target on Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA). The investment bank reiterated its rating following the release of Norway’s National Bureau for Statistics’ annual car park data. Morgan Stanley considers Norway as an important market for analyzing electric vehicle (EV) adoption ...

View more: Tesla (TSLA) gets reiterated “Overweight” rating from Morgan Stanley

Magenta Mobility Raises $22 Million Investment From bp, Morgan Stanley India Infrastructure

Morgan Plus Four (Vanguard Engine) (1957-58)

Fisker confirms banking relationship with JPMorgan Chase NA

Tesla margins will tighten as price cuts wage EV war: Morgan Stanley

Tesla Must Reduce Prices More In China, Says Morgan Stanley

Tesla will need further price cuts to trigger China demand: Morgan Stanley

One-Off Morgan Plus Four Spiaggina Is Ready For Fun At The Beach

Morgan Stanley Says The Tesla Cybertruck Will Be A “Cult Car,” Predicts Low Volume

Morgan Plus Four 2-seater Only (1954)

Why Ferrari overtook Tesla as Morgan Stanley’s favorite auto stock

Morgan Plus Four (1951-54)

Tesla Investor Day can have greater significance on market’s perception of rivals: Morgan Stanley

OTHER CAR NEWS

; Top List in the World https://www.pinterest.com/newstopcar/pins/
Top Best Sushi Restaurants in SeoulTop Best Caribbean HoneymoonsTop Most Beautiful Islands in PeruTop Best Outdoor Grill BrandsTop Best Global Seafood RestaurantsTop Foods to Boost Your Immune SystemTop Best Foods to Fight HemorrhoidsTop Foods That Pack More Potassium Than a BananaTop Best Healthy Foods to Gain Weight FastTop Best Cosmetic Brands in the U.STop Best Destinations for Food Lovers in EuropeTop Best Foods High in Vitamin ATop Best Foods to Lower Your Blood SugarTop Best Things to Do in LouisianaTop Best Cities to Visit in New YorkTop Best Makeup Addresses In PennsylvaniaTop Reasons to Visit NorwayTop Most Beautiful Islands In The WorldTop Best Law Universities in the WorldTop Richest Sportsmen In The WorldTop Biggest Aquariums In The WorldTop Best Peruvian Restaurants In MiamiTop Best Road Trips From MiamiTop Best Places to Visit in MarylandTop Best Places to Visit in North CarolinaTop Best Electric Cars For KidsTop Best Swedish Brands in The USTop Best Skincare Brands in AmericaTop Best American Lipstick BrandsTop Michelin-starred Restaurants in MiamiTop Best Secluded Getaways From MiamiTop Best Things To Do On A Rainy Day In MiamiTop Most Instagrammable Places In MiamiTop Interesting Facts about FlorenceTop Facts About The First Roman Emperor - AugustusTop Best Japanese FoodsTop Most Beautiful Historical Sites in IsraelTop Best Places To Visit In Holy SeeTop Best Hawaiian IslandsTop Reasons to Visit PortugalTop Best Hotels In L.A. With Free Wi-FiTop Best Scenic Drives in MiamiTop Best Vegan Restaurants in BerlinTop Most Interesting Attractions In WalesTop Health Benefits of a Vegan DietTop Best Thai Restaurant in Las VegasTop Most Beautiful Forests in SwitzerlandTop Best Global Universities in GermanyTop Most Beautiful Lakes in GuyanaTop Best Things To Do in IdahoTop Things to Know Before Traveling to North MacedoniaTop Best German Sunglasses BrandsTop Highest Mountains In FranceTop Biggest Hydroelectric Plants in AmericaTop Best Spa Hotels in NYCTop The World's Scariest BridgeTop Largest Hotels In AmericaTop Most Famous Festivals in JordanTop Best European Restaurants in MunichTop Best Japanese Hiking Boot BrandsTop Best Universities in PolandTop Best Tips for Surfing the Web Safely and AnonymouslyTop Most Valuable Football Clubs in EuropeTop Highest Mountains In ColombiaTop Real-Life Characters of Texas RisingTop Best Beaches in GuatelamaTop Things About DR Congo You Should KnowTop Best Korean Reality & Variety ShowsTop Best RockstarsTop Most Beautiful Waterfalls in GermanyTop Best Fountain Pen Ink BrandsTop Best European Restaurants in ChicagoTop Best Fighter Jets in the WorldTop Best Three-Wheel MotorcyclesTop Most Beautiful Lakes in ManitobaTop Best Dive Sites in VenezuelaTop Best Websites For Art StudentsTop Best Japanese Instant Noodle BrandsTop Best Comedy Manhwa (Webtoons)Top Best Japanese Sunglasses BrandsTop Most Expensive Air Jordan SneakersTop Health Benefits of CucumberTop Famous Universities in SwedenTop Most Popular Films Starring Jo Jung-sukTop Interesting Facts about CougarsTop Best Hospitals for Hip Replacement in the USATop Most Expensive DefendersTop Health Benefits of GooseberriesTop Health Benefits of ParsnipsTop Best Foods and Drinks in LondonTop Health Benefits of Rosehip TeaTop Best Air Fryers for Low-fat CookingTop Most Asked Teacher Interview Questions with AnswersTop Best Shopping Malls in ZurichTop The Most Beautiful Botanical Gardens In L.A.Top Best Mexican Restaurants in Miami for Carb-loading rightTop Best Energy Companies in GermanyTop Best Garage HeatersTop Largest Banks in IrelandTop Leading Provider - Audit and Assurance In The USTop Best Jewelry Brands in IndiaTop Prettiest Streets in the UKTop Best Lakes to Visit in TunisiaTop Highest Mountains in Israel