Automotive Research Centre (ARC)
Automotive Research Centre (ARC)
About Automotive Research Centre
Overall, ARC at VIT plays a crucial role in advancing automotive engineering through its focus on innovation, sustainability, and technological advancements in both traditional internal combustion engines and cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technologies.
Corporate Training on Hydrogen Energy and Electrification for Industry Professionals
This course provides engineers with a comprehensive understanding of hydrogen energy, blending core theoretical knowledge with practical skills essential for careers in the rapidly evolving hydrogen industry. It prepares professionals to develop and implement hydrogen as a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, encompassing both automotive and stationary power applications. Through a balanced curriculum, classroom instruction is directly reinforced by hands-on laboratory experience, ensuring participants gain both the conceptual foundation and the practical expertise required to thrive in this cutting-edge field.
Academic Faculties
Major Research Areas
Internal Combustion Engines
- Hydrogen, CNG, Ammonia, Methanol & Ethanol
- Advanced combustion strategies
- Emission control and fuel formulation
- Engine management system
Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
- Lithium-ion battery, testing & BMS
- Motor simulator & EV powertrain system
- Energy management strategy
- HIL and SIL
Autonomous Vehicles
- Next generation ITS for smart mobility
- Computational intelligence
- Algorithms for autonomous vehicles
- Environment perception
Insights
Events
Past Events
Past Events
Exploring Research Careers Beyond Academia
Feedback
Guest Speaker Feedback
Thank you very much for giving this opportunity and it was a great initiative and event. I will stay in touch and would like to participate in future events..Dr. Dhinesh Kumar R, (20PHI0007)Principal AI/ML Architect , https://oostudioai.com/
Student Feedback
The event offered insightful discussions on building a research-driven career and contributed meaningfully to my academic growth … Shuppriya (24MPI0010 )
Thank you for your support and for organizing such a valuable event .. Lavu Anvita (24MPI0002)
EV Training - Royal Enfield
Feedback
(RE Employee Feedback)
The transition from our office to the VIT labs was a highlight—having access to well-equipped facilities allowed for a realistic look at simulation and integration challenges. The faculty members demonstrated deep domain expertise, successfully addressing technical queries throughout the sessions, which were highly impactful.
Mr. Alagappan KT
(VIT Faculty Feedback)
Dr. Leema Rose V
ARC Auto Expo 2026
The Automotive Research Centre (ARC), Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) successfully organized Auto Expo 2026 on 25th March 2026 (Wednesday) at Greeno Foodys, VIT.
The expo was honoured by the gracious presence of our Honourable Dr. Sankar Viswanathan, Vice President; Dr. Sekar Viswanathan, Vice President; Dr. V. S. Kanchana Bhaaskaran, Vice Chancellor; Dr. Partha Sharathi Mallick, Pro Vice Chancellor; and Dr. Jayabarathi T, Registrar. They appreciated and encouraged the innovative efforts and research contributions of both faculty members and students.
The event featured 16 exhibition stalls, including 3 industry stalls, 8 Faculty Product Development Grant (FPDG) stalls, and 5 VIT student stalls. A total of 29 innovative projects were showcased across these stalls, highlighting advancements in automotive technologies, sustainable mobility, and engineering research.
The expo also welcomed participants from Kingston Engineering College, Thanthai Periyar Government Institute of Technology, and C. Abdul Hakeem College. With an overall footfall of more than 500 participants, the event provided an excellent platform for visitors to explore cutting-edge innovations, interact with researchers, and gain valuable insights into the latest developments in automotive engineering.
To recognize outstanding contributions, faculty and student projects were evaluated by an expert panel, and awards were presented to the best projects based on their performance and evaluation scores.
Research Highlights
- Developed Syngas fuelled gen-set engine for rural application with minimum power derating.
- Team develops novel multi-fuel technology to run spark-ignition engines either on CNG or LPG.
- Researchers develop a novel injection strategy for hydrogen- powered HCCI engine technology.
- Team establishes hybrid electric vehicle system for smart mobility.
- Team develops sustainability and composition based evaluation of biofuel energy resources.
- Researchers work on three-wheeler electric vehicle for safer and comfortable vehicles for the future.
- Researchers find alternative way of fuel metering system using IoT techniques.
- Team develops framework for level 3 autonomy for smart mobility
- Researchers develop next generation ITS for smart mobility
Product developed
- Syngas Fuelled Gen-Set SI Engine
- Smart Inverter-e Compressor-E vehicle
Contact
Dr. Thangaraja J
Professor Grade 1 & Director
Automotive Research Centre
- 04162202270
- director.arc@vit.ac.in
