UKCAAR Feasibility Sprint
Funds United Kingdom academic teams for feasibility studies advancing zero-emission automotive innovation.
The UKCAAR Feasibility Sprint is a competitive grant programme funded by the UK Department for Business and Trade and administered by the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK. It supports UK academic institutions conducting early-stage research that advances the country's transition to zero-emission vehicles. The 2025-26 cycle drew from a £330,000 total pool, with individual awards ranging from £30,000 t…
Zero-emission vehicle technologies, manufacturing competitiveness, future vehicle innovation aligned with DRIVE35 themes.
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