nnovation is firmly embedded in our DNA. With our experts
we push the boundaries of technology around the world. To
ensure we remain at the forefront of innovation, we invest
around 11 % of our turnover in research and development
each year. We also collaborate across industries with more
than 100 universities. With 189 patent applications – two
thirds of which were in the field of electrification – we topped
the rankings of the Austrian Patent Office for the eleventh year
in a row in 2022. Our primary objective is to offer our custom-
ers the latest technology solutions at all times and in doing so
to create sustainable, safe mobility for everyone.
More Than 200 EU Projects in Research and Technological
Development
The EU started to fund research and development activities
through various programs almost 40 years ago. Within this
framework we have successfully participated in more than
200 projects as partner or coordinator since 1992. An import-
ant function of our activities is networking with the leading
European R&D players with regard to coordination and funding
measures. Application-oriented research is also important for
transferring basic research to appropriate innovations. In this
area we have access to a strong network of more than 100
universities. In addition to the continuous contact and collabo-
ration, we conduct and coordinate special projects and studies
for the European Commission. Parallel to the activities at EU
level, AVL is actively involved with all relevant research-orient-
ed institutions and associations in many EU member states.
Research Projects for Future Mobility – from Sustainable
Batteries to Automated Traffic
When planning these research projects, AVL collaborates with
a large number of European research-focused institutions
and associations, such as ERTRAC (European Road Transport
Research Advisory Council), Hydrogen Europe (fuel cells and
hydrogen), EARPA (European Automobile Research Partner
Association), EGVIA (zero-emissions traffic), BEPA (battery
development). The projects are realized within the framework
of the European research program “Horizon Europe”, research
partnerships such as BATT4EU, 2Zero, and Clean Hydrogen
Europe, and various IPCEIs (Important Projects of Common
European Interest). The research projects span a wide range
of topics. In the field of electrification these cover, for example,
sustainable batteries and future-proof, efficient fuel cell and
hydrogen propulsion systems. Here, we also fully consider
the cycle of the raw materials used and the sustainable use
of these materials – from concepts for various raw materi-
al compositions of batteries and e-motors to recycling and
reuse. In energy production we are researching highly efficient
electrolysis systems for producing green hydrogen. Fields
such as automated driving, artificial intelligence, and digital
key technologies are further drivers of innovation for future
mobility. Last but not least, carbon neutrality is also the focus
of many research projects.
New Multi-Fuel Propulsion System Supports Decarbonization of
Heavy Goods Traffic
Successfully decarbonizing the mobility sector requires
different propulsion concepts and energy sources. The lim-
ited availability of green electric energy means that existing
With 2,200 active patents, AVL is one of the industry’s
pioneers – not least thanks to our innovation strategy
of investing around 11 % of our turnover in research and
development each year.
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