| Event Type | Seminar, Colloquia, Invited Talk, Conference |
|---|---|
| Is this event (co-)sponsored by ASPIRE? | No |
| Is this event innovation focused? | Yes |
| Event Name | OIGP Spring Reception |
| Event Location | Purdue University |
| Event Start Date | 04/22/2026 |
| Event End Date | 04/22/2026 |
| Number of Attendees | 150 |
| Number of Student Attendees | 100 |
| Number of Teacher/Faculty Attendees | 50 |
| Which project does this pertain to? | Array |
| Presentation Title or Topic | The Impact of Temperature on Battery Electric Vehicle Penetration |
| Presenters | Gaia Cervini |
| Abstract: | Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) experience significant performance declines under suboptimal ambient temperatures, with both heat and cold reducing range, slowing acceleration, and prolonging charging times. These issues may deter adoption, especially in regions with high temperature variability or frequent cold spells. Using a two-way spatial autoregressive fixed effects model and ZIP code-level panel data across 12 US states (2021–2023), we assess how temperature impacts BEV penetration. We find a nonlinear relationship: BEV penetration increases in thermally stable areas but declines once temperature variability exceeds 7.6ºC. Cold exposure also matters: every additional 100 days below 5ºC annually reduces BEV share by 0.25%. These results position temperature as a key factor shaping BEV penetration in the US, underscoring the importance of targeted policy measures and technological advancements to enhance vehicle performance and consumer confidence across a broader range of climatic conditions. |
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