Exploring the Charging Behavior of Plug-in Electric Vehicles

As the global community transitions towards sustainable transportation, electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a promising alternative to traditional internal combustion engine vehicles. However, while EVs offer numerous benefits, such as reduced greenhouse gas emissions and lower operating costs, they pose unique challenges. This dissertation examines EV charging behavior in-depth to facilitate widespread EV adoption. The dissertation consists of three chapters that comprehensively analyze EV drivers' charging behavior, aiming to mitigate challenges related to EV adoption. The study will utilize mathematical modeling, including artificial intelligence, to design a policy for the optimal use of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and identify charging locations for future battery electric vehicle drivers. Identifying charging locations can assist policymakers in making informed decisions regarding infrastructure development. By understanding when and where future EV owners tend to charge their vehicles, charging infrastructure stakeholders can strategically deploy charging stations in the most convenient and necessary locations for EV owners. These findings can help reduce range anxiety, making EVs more appealing to potential buyers. Moreover, the study aims to bridge the gap between the transportation and power system sectors by predicting charging behavior and locations. Furthermore, comprehending charging behavior can provide valuable insights into drivers' habits, avoiding unnecessary charging sessions. This study can instill confidence in drivers during their trips, increase trust in the technology, and potentially accelerate the adoption of EVs.

• Record URL:
  https://ncst.ucdavis.edu/project/exploring-charging-behavior-plug-electric-vehicles

Language

• English

Project

• Status: Active
• Funding: $35000
• Contract Numbers:

  DOT 69A3552348319

  DOT 69A3552344814

• Sponsor Organizations:

  Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology

  University Transportation Centers Program
  Department of Transportation
  Washington, DC  United States  20590

  National Center for Sustainable Transportation

  University of California, Davis
  Davis, CA  United States 
• Managing Organizations:

  National Center for Sustainable Transportation

  University of California, Davis
  Davis, CA  United States 

  University of California, Davis

  1 Shields Ave
  Davis, California  United States  95616
• Project Managers:

  Iacobucci, Lauren

• Performing Organizations:

  National Center for Sustainable Transportation

  University of California, Davis
  Davis, CA  United States 

  University of California, Davis

  1 Shields Ave
  Davis, California  United States  95616
• Principal Investigators:

  Tayarani, Hanif

  Tal, Gil

• Start Date: 20240101
• Expected Completion Date: 20241231
• Actual Completion Date: 0
• USDOT Program: University Transportation Centers

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Anxiety; Artificial intelligence; Behavior; Drivers; Electric vehicle charging; Electric vehicles; Location; Optimization; Plug-in hybrid vehicles; Policy making; Sustainable transportation; Vehicle range
• Subject Areas: Data and Information Technology; Energy; Highways; Planning and Forecasting; Policy; Terminals and Facilities; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01900214
• Record Type: Research project
• Source Agency: National Center for Sustainable Transportation
• Contract Numbers: DOT 69A3552348319, DOT 69A3552344814
• Files: UTC, RIP
• Created Date: Nov 20 2023 4:48PM