This is a personal lab and public workshop where I explore cars and car tech — from restoring a 1972 MGB to building embedded systems and cloud-connected prototypes.

Who I Am

I’m Halldór — a software engineer with a background in mechatronics and a long-standing fascination with cars — not just how they move, but how they work, how they evolve, and how tech shapes them.

Right now, I’m restoring my 1972 MGB GT, which I plan on using as a rolling testbed while also exploring embedded systems, cloud connectivity, and modular design. Along the way, I document what I learn, what I build, and what I wish existed.

What This Is

Engineer-A-Car is part notebook, part sandbox — a space for learning, testing, and building.
It’s also an invitation for others to explore alongside me.

Here, you’ll find:

  • Experiments in vehicle systems
  • Tools and thoughts for building or modifying embedded tech
  • Reflections on how cars could be more user-serviceable, transparent, and empowering
  • Prototypes, missteps, and designs-in-progress

Why I’m Doing This

  1. To Learn: I’m fascinated by cars — especially the engineering. From mechanical to electrical, and now software, I’m amazed at it all and want to learn and understand how it all works and fits together.
  2. To Build: "What I cannot create, I do not understand" — I like this quote by physicist Richard Feynman, which suggests that true understanding of a concept comes from the ability to (re)create it. I believe it's important to get some hands-on experience and build things, even if it’s not good.
  3. To Share: It is often said that the best way to learn is to teach. Teaching others enhances your own understanding and knowledge. I want to share what I learn, what I find interesting, what I build, and other resources that could help others on a similar journey to mine.

Who This Is For

You might be a DIYer, robotics hobbyist, car enthusiast, software developer, or just someone who wonders how things work (or how they could be made better).

If you're curious about:

  • Bridging the physical and digital
  • Learning how car systems are connected
  • Whether cars can be more repairable
  • Being able to build your own car tech

…then welcome. You’re in the right place.

Thanks for reading — and for being curious.
Let’s explore how we engineer a car.

— Halldór