As society confronts climate change and seeks to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, energy-efficient vehicles are becoming increasingly crucial. The future of transportation will involve more automation and electric powertrains, making effective energy management essential. One popular approach to address energy consumption in vehicles is eco-driving, which encourages driving behaviours such as avoiding hard braking by anticipating traffic signals and traffic flow. These techniques can lead to significant reductions in energy consumption.

However, further research is needed to optimise eco-driving for electric vehicles, which differ from conventional cars in key ways. Additionally, understanding the factors that influence drivers' adoption of eco-driving techniques is critical. This research aims to develop energy-efficient control strategies for electric vehicles, incorporating driver preferences, promoting sustainability and enhancing the practicality of eco-driving within the context of electric vehicles.

Through my research, I aim to advance eco-driving techniques for electric vehicles (EVs) by optimising energy-efficient controls and gaining a deeper understanding of driver behaviours. The goal is to positively impact energy consumption and emissions, improve driver adoption of eco-driving practices and promote smoother traffic flow. This will make EVs more energy-efficient, user-friendly, and beneficial for both the environment and society, contributing to a more sustainable future in transportation.