SRM, Stellantis collaborate for EV innovation
The collaboration leverages the advanced research environment cultivated within the CEM, to accelerate innovation, skill development, and the transformation of conceptual breakthroughs into market-ready EV technologies. 'Our DST-PURSE grant underscores SRMIST's commitment to advancing electric and autonomous mobility,' Bharatiraja Chokkalingam, Centre Head - SRM Centre for Electric Mobility said.
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