ASPIRE continues to build momentum with influential partnerships and high-impact events that are shaping the future of transportation. This quarter, we welcomed new Industry and Innovation Board (IIB) members—including Laurel Group, ASI, CTE, and the Illinois Tollway—each bringing critical expertise in sustainability, infrastructure, and electrified mobility. From showcasing cutting-edge technology at the CERV Conference to…
There are many barriers preventing the large-scale implementation of electrified road technologies and the unknown of the total cost of ownership (TCO) is a big one. However, researchers at ASPIRE are working to lower the hurdle with a new and innovative cost modeling tool. The cutting-edge tool, developed by Adeeba Raheem, associate professor of civil…
Salt Lake City, Utah, has been ranked among the world’s most polluted cities. Its geographical location — surrounded by mountains — often creates temperature inversions that trap pollutants from vehicles, homes, and industries, leading to a build-up of particulate matter in the air. Widespread vehicle electrification can significantly reduce transportation-related pollutants in the valley, making…