EV Market Overview The global electric vehicle (EV) market is showing mixed signals as it continues to evolve amid shifting consumer behavior, trade policies, and regulatory environments. Tesla’s sales of China-made EVs fell by 8.4% in July compared to last year, attributed to intense competition from local brands like BYD offering lower-priced alternatives. This decline…
Project leads: Hongjie Wang, Utah State University, & Scott Trimboli, University of Colorado-Colorado Springs Events: International Battery Seminar in Orlando, FL The International Battery Seminar & Exhibit, which is longest-running annual battery event in the world, convened on March 17-20 in Orlando. At this year’s event, two of our faculty presented their research on battery…
Photo Courtesy: Kelsey Lefever Purdue University Highlights: Update on Purdue/INDOT Pilot Project Vehicle Assembly and Test: Over the last quarter, the Purdue research team has continued the development of key components of the receiver system that will be installed on the Cummins vehicle in Spring 2025. ASPIRE faculty/students are responsible for developing the dynamic power…
Inland Port 1MW FALCON: We have quite a few updates here! Our teams have been working hard to further plans and construction for the 1MW project. Metal skids were fabricated and installed on site. All conduit and wiring connecting the Sonnen control and battery cabinets is contained within the skids. The Sonnen battery pack system…
ASPIRE continues to build its ecosystem and create greater momentum with influential partnerships and high-impact events that are shaping the future of transportation. Recently, we welcomed several new members to the Industry and Innovation Board (IIB), bringing the total membership to 68, with additional prospective members in discussions with ASPIRE about possible partnerships. Our latest members — Illinois…
In this section we highlight students and their research, discuss events and student news, and provide a place to celebrate the successes of our students at ASPIRE! Student Achievements Congratulations to Bruno Moras and Kenny Wijaya at Purdue for successfully passing their preliminary exam and advancing to Ph.D. candidacy! Read more about their research here….
ASPIRE continues to build its ecosystem and create greater momentum with influential partnerships and high-impact events that are shaping the future of transportation. Recently, we welcomed several new members to the Industry and Innovation Board (IIB), bringing the total membership to 68, with additional prospective members in discussions with ASPIRE about possible partnerships. Our latest members — Illinois…
Welcome to our ASPIRE Student Newsletter! In this section we highlight students and their research, discuss events and student news, and provide a place to celebrate the successes of our students at ASPIRE! Congrats to Our Spring Graduates! Undergrads: Daniel Ashby, USU Kade Bushman, USU Taylor Anderson, USU Brett (Chase) Bruggeman, USU Seth Stock, USU…
Copper Prices Rise as Tariffs are Mandated As of early 2025, tariffs have been more anticipated on being mandated on all importedgoods from China. With Trump now in office, tariffs may serve multiple purposes. In countrieslike the United States, they are often used to influence global prices or to respond to real orperceived unfair trade…
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…