Next AVTC Series

Next AVTC Series

Notice of Program Interest

Argonne National Laboratory is excited to announce a Notice of Program Interest (NOPI), on behalf of the U.S. Department of Energy and co-headline sponsors, including multiple automotive OEM partners, for an upcoming Request for Proposals (RFP) to be released in winter 2025. Up to 20 colleges and universities will be selected to participate in DOE’s 15th multi-year AVTC series, which will span four academic years and will conclude in May 2030.

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What You Can Expect

We're refining our key focus areas like never before to prepare students to lead in both technical innovation and business execution for a rapidly evolving industry. College teams can 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 Focus Areas

  • Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
  • Cybersecurity
  • Software development
  • Next-generation powertrain integration and controls
  • Battery system design and integration
  • Connected and automated vehicle systems
  • 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 automotive engineering, strategic project management, AI/ML and other emerging technologies.

Timeline

Fall 2025
RFP to be issued
Winter 2025
Team proposals due
Spring 2026
Teams selected
Fall 2026
Series begins

Questions?

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