The Virtual EV Challenge
The virtual EV Challenge is an electrifying competition where multiple electric vehicles (EVs) race across virtual Indian roads, covering a long-distance drive to reach their destination.
Collaborate with your fellow students to develop an EV strategy to reach the finish line in the shortest time while consuming the least energy:
- Strategically select and manage charging stops to optimize your energy usage
- Select the optimal operating point to maximize powertrain efficiency, considering both the battery and the electric motor
In collaboration with Bosch, we will provide a CarMaker-based simulation environment with preconfigured vehicle powertrain architecture for your EV project, enabling seamless engagement with automotive manufacturers, suppliers, and ecosystem stakeholders (charging stations).
Phases and objectives: The EV Challenge unfolds in three progressive phases, each designed to test the endurance, strategy, and adaptability of competing vehicles and their operators.
What can I achieve in this virtual EV Challenge?
- Industry insights: Explore state-of-the-art technologies and gain firsthand experience in EV development using simulation technology (free CarMaker license)
- Professional growth: Showcase innovation on an industry platform and the opportunity to build a valuable career network
- Competitive edge: Engage in a technology-driven competition with national-level exposure, prestigious conference, and cash prizes
- Research opportunity: Apply theoretical knowledge practically by understanding emerging EV technology trends in collaboration with technology providers
How is the virtual EV Challenge organized?
- Registration: from April 2 to May 1
- Phase 1: Familiarization and endurance from May 1 to June 7
- Each team will be provided a CarMaker license and simulation platform
- This phase is focused on understanding the simulation tools, EV operating principles, software environment, and mechanics of the challenge
- Phase 2: Negotiation from June 16 to July 20
- The competition narrows down to 50 vehicles (teams)
- AI-driven agents are introduced to manage both vehicles and charging stations, adding strategic depth to charging decisions
- Phase 3: Final event – multi ego from August 1 to September 10
@ ET Auto conference in Bangalore – September 16- The top five vehicles (teams) compete for victory, with the top three earning podium placements and attractive cash prize
- Competitors must strategically negotiate for charging stations: book charging slots, manage time efficiently, and make decisions under dynamic conditions to gain an advantage
How can I participate in the virtual EV Challenge?
- Register for the challenge to apply
- We will confirm receipt of your application
- First 200 teams would be short-listed in the selection process
- After selection, teams will be intimated to register with entry fees of 1000 rupees per each participant
- Each team can comprise of three to five participants with one mentor identified (external from industry or internal scholars/professors)
- Conditions of participation