Electrical vehicle lab
Electric Vehicle Systems Testing, Development, and Research was established in 2019 under the Autonomous Vehicles Research group
At EV Lab @ Autonomous Vehicle Research Group, we specialize in:
- Testing and development of core electric vehicle (EV) systems.
- Advancing educational competencies in electric vehicle technology.
- Researching EV core systems, including communication protocols, low-level control, and full system stack integration.
Our Research
Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle technology by:
- Developing efficient core system communication protocols for EVs.
- Exploring low-level control systems to optimize vehicle performance and safety.
- Achieving seamless full system stack integration for modern electric vehicles.
Our Facilities
The lab houses three electric vehicles:
- Two Mitsubishi i-MiEVs – widely recognized and used across Estonia.
- Pontiac Fiero-based experimental vehicle – a unique platform designed for educational purposes.
We also feature a custom-built “tabletop electric car”, utilized in the MET0350 Electric Vehicle – Project course, offering hands-on learning opportunities for students. Furthermore, the lab coordinates the RetroEV Project, an international engineering initiative to transform classic cars into modern electric vehicles equipped with Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The project emphasizes environmental sustainability by retrofitting “young timers” with electric powertrains while maintaining their original design. Participants are evaluated on criteria such as environmental impact reduction, engineering innovation, ADAS functionality integration, and design quality. More information about this project can be found on our RetroEV page.
Contact
For more information about our activities, research, and projects, please reach out Dr. Heiko Pikner or the head of the research group, Prof. Raivo Sell
