UK conference on hybrid-vehicle technology
Eneco – a UK design, development and manufacturing firm behind a range of low-emission vehicles for urban environments – is to hold a conference on hybrid-vehicle technology on 8 and 9 September in Churchill College, Cambridge.
Speakers will include Professor David Howe of the University of Sheffield, John Wood of MIRA and Stephen Hart of the Energy Savings Trust. The talks will cover topics such as fuel cells and batteries; motors and controls; and control systems. There will be vehicle demonstrations – with the opportunity for a test drive – and lunch, afternoon tea and dinner are included.
For further conference information, or details regarding sponsorship, exhibition and speaking opportunities, please contact Kathryn Liggett, the conference organiser, on 01403 790114 or by e-mail at kathrynliggett@yahoo.co.uk.
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