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Introducing the OLA AirPro | The World's First Fully Autonomous Electric Flying Car
2021
Author(s): Ola
This video shows the world’s first-ever fully autonomous, electric flying car. An urban commuter so advanced, the very first version of it good enough to be called ‘Pro’. This is the Ola AirPro.
Building Blocks of Electric Vehicle Deployment: A Guide for Developing Countries
2021
Author(s): Aznar A, Belding S, Bopp K, Coney K, Johnson C, Zinaman O
This guidebook lays out a framework for policymakers, regulators, and other decision-makers in developing countries for how to plan, implement, and scale EV deployment in their jurisdictions. The “building blocks” of EV deployment address technical, institutional, or economic topics that together underpin a safe, sustainable, and efficient transition to an electrified transport sector.
Workplace Charging Guidebook: A Guidebook for Employers on Planning, Installing, and Managing Electric Vehicle Charging at the Workplace in Delhi
2021
Author(s): Shah J (Dialogue & Development Commission of Delhi), Agrawal (WRI India), Bhatt A, (WRI India) Varughese S (State EV Cell, GNCTD)
This document guides corporates in assessing the scope for workplace charging, details the processes involved for effective decision-making and sets out the way forward for the planning and implementation of EV charging stations at workplaces.
A Time-of-Use Pricing Strategy for Managing Electric Vehicle Clusters
2021
Author(s): Vuelvas J, Ruiz F, Gruosso G
In this paper the authors have proposed a contract between an aggregator and a fleet of electric vehicles, allowing to design prices that induce users to modify their energy consumption in demand response programs. A demand response program for electric vehicles (EV) is proposed to control the charging decision process in EV clusters.
The State of Electric School Bus Adoption in the US
2021
Author(s): Lazer L, Freehafer L, Neuberger J, Worker J
Students from low-income communities are particularly exposed to air pollution. 60% of students from low-income families ride the bus to school, compared to 45% of students from families with higher incomes.
The Impact of Smart Connectivity Features on Customer Engagement in Electric Vehicles
2021
Author(s): Ullah A, Zhang Q, Ahmed M
Electric vehicle (EV) technology is still developing, and most of the available brands market them as either environmentally friendly or operationally economical compared to internal combustion engine based traditional vehicles.
Efficiency of Light Electric Vehicles in Last Mile Deliveries – Szczecin Case Study
2021
Author(s): Iwan S, Nürnberg M, Jedliński M, Kijewska K
This paper presents the results of the research study aimed at verifying electric vans energy efficiency in real-life conditions, i.e. when delivering courier consignments.
Electric Vehicles: To What Extent Are Environmentally Friendly and Cost Effective? – Comparative Study by European Countries
2021
Author(s): Costa CM, Barbosa JC, Castro H, Gonçalves R, Lanceros-Méndez S
This work presents a comparative study between battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEVs) from different European countries, focusing on two relevant issues: economic viability and ecological impact.
The report provides a technology and policy framework for the mobility, energy and real estate sectors to enable conditions for a timely, sustainable and fair transition to 100% electric fleets, ac...
Success Factors for Electric Carsharing
2021
Author(s): Nicholas M, Bernard MR
The study finds that electric carsharing programs can reduce greenhouse gas emissions from daily travel by up to 43% per user compared to previous travel modes.



