EV Standardization:

The European Commission representative mentioned that EV standardization was an important component of harmonization. He added that since there is much innovation happening at the moment, this is an ideal time to discuss standardization issues. Examples were given including battery size, e-performance, and connectors. The objective is not to make standardization rules mandatory but to provide a framework for manufacturers. The European Commission representative suggested adding a standardization question to the questionnaire, such as what types of components could be standardized.

The Chair noted the suggestion and commented that this suggestion went beyond vehicles to components of vehicles.

The Chair of GRPE commented that the EVE should be cautious in the wording used, for example regulations, performance requirements and standardization. He also reminded the group of the role of the WP.29 and the GRPE which is to develop regulations in support of vehicle verification activities and that is was not the role of the IWGs to develop standards.

The EVE co-Chair from Japan noted that some of these same discussions were occurring at the EVS.

The European Commission representative noted the comment made by the Chair of GRPE and suggested that the EVE could assist in initiating this work.

The Chair suggested that this question may be more appropriate for vehicle manufacturers, but also noted interest for what components would benefit most from standardization.

ACTION 6: Continue discussion on benefits of standardization at EVE-05.

EV Performance Presentation:

Dr Tober from the University of Vienna presented document EVE-04-05e, entitled ‘The Energy Requirement of Battery Electric Vehicles Under Different Conditions’.