The Niche Vehicle Network (NVN) Production Readiness Competition 2024 is now open for applications!
This competition provides a platform for collaborative research and development of zero tailpipe emission vehicle technologies within the UK niche vehicle sector.
It is funded by the Department for Business and Trade, via the Advanced Propulsion Centre, supported by Innovate UK, delivered by the Niche Vehicle Network with support from Cenex.
The Competition is open to niche vehicle manufacturers, system suppliers and design/engineering or technology organisations active in the UK specialist and low volume manufacturing sector who wish to collaborate on innovative, industry-led projects.
Projects must demonstrate the accelerated development of technologies based around one or more of the following areas, directly applicable to on-road or off highway, zero tailpipe emission UK niche vehicles:
- Electric machines and power electronics.
- Energy storage and energy management systems.
- Fuel cells and associated systems.
- On-board hydrogen storage.
- Lightweight vehicle body, chassis and powertrain structures.
- Aerodynamics for improved energy efficiency.
- Other disruptive on-vehicle technologies that enable progression towards net zero projects can claim a grant between £150,000 – £300,000.
Please note, applications can only be submitted online through the NVN Funding Gateway.
You must be a member of the Niche Vehicle Network to access the NVN Funding Gateway and to apply for the competition. If you are not, you can join NVN for free here.
The deadline for bid submission is 17:00 on 17 April 2024.
For competition queries and support please contact NVN here.
For technical support, or help submitting your application via the NVN Funding Gateway, you can contact NVN here.
