Research Papers/Articles
Costs and Benefits of Motor Vehicle Emission Control Programs in China
2015
Author(s): Shao Z, Wagner DV
The vehicle population in China grew nearly sevenfold, from 16 million to 108 million, between 2000 and 2012, and this rapid pace will continue for the foreseeable future. This report focuses on means of controlling vehicle tailpipe emissions in the transportation sector.
COVID-19 Lockdown: Impacts on the Auto-Rickshaw Community
2020
Author(s): Thakur P, Pal S, Prakash S
Auto-rickshaws or three-wheelers have become a crucial part of the mobility ecosystem in urban India. One of the most economical modes to travel, autos are popular within cities, particularly for the middle class for short and medium-distance trips within a city.
Developing Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure for Fuel Cell Vehicles: A Status Update
2017
Author(s): Isenstadt A, Lutsey N
This paper assesses the development of hydrogen fueling infrastructure networks around the world. The authors compile data on the current state of development of fuel cell vehicle technology.
Electric Vehicle Capitals of the World: What Markets Are Leading the Transition to Electric?
2017
Author(s): Hall D, Cui H, Lutsey N
This briefing identifies 20 cities with the highest electric vehicle uptake through 2016 and examines the associated local policies, incentives, and infrastructure that have helped spur electric vehicle sales growth.
Electric Vehicle Capitals: Accelerating the Global Transition to Electric Drive
2018
Author(s): Hall D, Cui H, Lutsey N
In this briefing, the authors highlight the continued growth in electric vehicle uptake in leading markets, focusing on the 25 metropolitan areas in the world with the highest cumulative passenger electric vehicle sales.
Early Steps in the Transition to Electric Vehicles in the Midwest
2019
Author(s): Nicholas M
This briefing takes an in-depth look at the 2018 market for electric vehicles in the 12-state Midwest region of the United States.
Effects of Battery Manufacturing on Electric Vehicle Life-Cycle Greenhouse Gas Emissions
2018
Author(s): Hall D, Lutsey N
As electric vehicles continue to become more affordable and their sales share continues to grow, it will be increasingly important to understand the life-cycle environmental impacts of the technology.
Electric Vehicle Capitals: Cities Aim for All-Electric Mobility
2020
Author(s): Hall D, Cui H, Bernard MR, Li S, Lutsey N
The paper examines electric vehicle uptake, charging infrastructure, planning, goals, and policies among the top electric markets to discern lessons on the global transition to electric mobility.
Electric Vehicle Capitals: Showing the Path to a Mainstream Market
2019
Author(s): Hall D, Cui H, Lutsey N
This briefing assesses metropolitan area-level data on electric vehicle registrations and identifies the 25 largest electric vehicle markets, which together represent 42% of new passenger electric vehicle sales globally through 2018.
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Business Models for India
2018
Author(s): Pillai RK, Suri R, Kundu S, Singh H, Roy SK, Dhuri S
This Paper examines various issues related to electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) or charging stations related to policies, standards, interoperability and business models for creation of an enabling EVSE ecosystem for faster rollout of EVs.