Argonne National Laboratory is pleased to announce a Notice of Program Interest (NOPI), on behalf of the U.S. Department of Energy and its headline sponsors, including multiple automotive OEM partners, for the next Advanced Vehicle Technology Competitions (AVTC) series!
Up to 20 colleges and universities will be selected to participate in this four-year series, kicking off in fall 2026 and concluding May 2030. A Request for Proposal (RFP) will be released in fall 2025.
This is your opportunity to join one of North America’s premier collegiate automotive engineering competitions, widely recognized for its unparalleled educational experience shaping top automotive talent and advancing automotive innovation.
You Can Expect:
We’re refining our program areas like never before to prepare students to lead in both technical innovation and business execution for a rapidly evolving industry. Collegiate teams can also expect to receive extensive funding and in-kind support from competition-level sponsors along with unprecedent training and mentoring to help them succeed throughout the program.
Key Series Focus Areas:
- Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
- Cybersecurity
- Software development
- Next-generation powertrain integration and controls
- Connected and automated vehicle systems
- Battery system design and integration
- Innovation and emerging technology, including commercialization and entrepreneurship
- Communications and product marketing
- Project management
This systems-level engineering challenge will deliver an unparalleled educational experience for its student participants, helping to seed a skilled and innovative workforce that will strengthen American dominance in automotive engineering, strategic project management, AI/ML and other emerging technologies.
Interested in learning more about how your team or organization can get involved? Explore the NOPI to view the full notice and details on joining this next chapter in advanced vehicle technology and workforce development.
