Vehicle Research and Testing Laboratory

About the Lab

The Vehicle Research and Testing Laboratory aims to:

  • Establish a National Vehicle Research and Development Testing Center.
  • Develop, with stakeholders, test protocols and propose standards and regulations on vehicle performance, design, fuels,  etc.
  • Conduct detailed technical assessment of technologies, fuels, and aftermarket products  related to vehicle performance and emissions.

Simulation capabilities: AVL Cruise M through the AVL University Partnership Program. Know more about the AVL Cruise M here: https://www.avl.com/en/simulation-solutions/software-offering/simulation-tools-a-z/avl-cruise-m

Personnel

Faculty Members

Dr. Edwin N. Quiros (Head)

Students

PhD Advisees

MS Advisees

Graduate and Student Assistants

Possible Undergraduate Advisees

Featured Publications

  • Improving Fuel Economy Estimates on a Chassis Dynamometer Using Air-Conditioner Correction Factors
  • Engineering the “Modern Jeepney” or PUV Using A LPG OEM Platform
  • James Carl M. Satorre, Edwin N. Quiros, Jose Gabriel E. Mercado, Paul L. Rodgers: Fuel Economy Results From Diesel Engine Tuning for Steady Speed and Drive Cycle Operation, 2021