Research summary
The global automotive industry faces some major barriers to the mass adoption of electric vehicles. Issues such as purchasing cost, driving range, performance, and charging infrastructure and times are key hurdles in advancing electric vehicle technologies and attracting consumers.
Dr. Narayan Kar, Canada Research Chair in Electrified Vehicles, is addressing these challenges through his research in vehicle powertrain components and systems. He and his research team are studying areas such as electric machines, power converters, controls, energy storage, and battery charging and management. Working with industry, academia and government, their ultimate goal is to pave the way for more consumer-friendly electric vehicles in the future.