The winners were announced yesterday (14 September) at LCV 2016, at Millbrook.
They include: development of a prototype hydrogen fuel cell range-extended electric bus; a hybrid driveline system for vehicles with manual gearboxes; a structured baffle exhaust system for niche military vehicles; and a prototype turbo-expansion air charge cooling system.
All of the projects will receive 50% of costs, and cover the balance of the project costs with their own resources. Each project is also a collaboration between at least three UK-based companies active in the low-carbon vehicle technology sector.
Announcing the winners, Innovate UK’s director of manufacturing and materials Simon Edmonds said: “Our continued support for the Niche Vehicle Networks’ R&D programme with our partners at OLEV and the Advanced Propulsion Centre is an important part of our overall programme of activity for low-carbon vehicles.
“Congratulations to this year’s winning companies, many of whom are showcasing their technologies at this year’s LCV 2016.”
Details of all successful projects can be found on the Niche Vehicle Network website: click the link below.