Goals of the EVREST Project
Clear objectives for a sustainable electric vehicle with range extender technology
Development Roadmap
The project moves from concept definition to validated technology in clearly separated stages.
Requirements and Concept
Define the driving needs, energy strategy and sustainability criteria that the vehicle must meet.
Architecture and Simulation
Model the powertrain and control logic to test how the range extender behaves across typical trips.
Prototype and Testing
Build and evaluate a prototype under controlled conditions to verify efficiency, safety and reliability.
Assessment and Dissemination
Complete the life-cycle assessment and share findings with researchers, industry and public stakeholders.
Main Objectives
Each objective addresses a specific barrier to sustainable electric mobility.
Extend Practical Range
Develop an energy strategy that lets the vehicle cover long distances while relying mainly on electric drive.
Maximise Efficiency
Operate the generator and motor close to their most efficient points to reduce energy losses across the system.
Reduce Lifetime Emissions
Quantify and minimise greenhouse gas emissions across production, use and end of life.
Sustainability Criteria
Sustainability is treated as a design requirement rather than a final label. Components are selected with recyclability and material efficiency in mind, and energy management is tuned to reduce unnecessary generator operation.
- Lower lifetime greenhouse gas emissions than a comparable conventional vehicle
- Compatibility with low-carbon electricity and alternative fuels
- Design choices that support repair, reuse and recycling
Questions on the Goals
Answers to frequently asked questions about how the objectives are pursued.
How will success be measured?
Success is measured through simulated and tested energy consumption, the share of distance driven on electric power, and a full life-cycle comparison with conventional alternatives.
Why is the range extender kept small?
A smaller generator reduces weight, cost and material use, while still providing enough power to keep the battery charged on longer routes. This supports the sustainability objectives of the project.
Can the concept adapt to future fuels?
The generator unit is designed so that it can be adapted to cleaner fuels as they become available, keeping the technology relevant as energy systems evolve.
Shape the Future of Sustainable Mobility
Return to the project overview to see how EVREST brings these goals together.
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