CLEMSON, SC—The unprecedented need to develop a workforce that can build and service electric and autonomous vehicles, and develop cybersecurity systems to protect them, is the driving force behind a new consortium based here. Collaborative Research: REVVED (Revolutionizing Electric Vehicle Education) will conduct research and develop virtual and augmented reality systems to support local EV manufacturing and education efforts.
Schools involved in the consortium include Clemson University, Greenville Technical College, Spartanburg Community College and Trident Technical College. Industry partners include manufacturers such as BMW, Bosch, Daimler, Michelin, Proterra and Volvo.