Frugal zero-emission vehicles concepts for the urban passenger challenge (2ZERO Partnership)

Last updated: 17.7.2025
Grant

The "Frugal Zero-Emission Vehicles Concepts for the Urban Passenger Challenge" (HORIZON-CL5-2023-D5-01-03) is an EU-funded Innovation Action under the Horizon Europe program. This initiative, part of the 2ZERO Partnership, aims to drive the development and global uptake of affordable, user-centric, and low-cost electric vehicle solutions designed for diverse urban and sub-urban environments, including both advanced and emerging markets. It emphasizes sustainable, energy-efficient mobility concepts that integrate seamlessly with evolving urban spaces.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the general eligibility criteria for funding, including target groups, geographic scope, and the program's strategic objectives to foster sustainable urban mobility. The program targets a broad range of entities capable of contributing to the development and deployment of zero-emission vehicle concepts for urban environments, with a strong emphasis on international collaboration and addressing diverse market needs.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding, focusing on innovative zero-emission vehicle concepts for urban mobility. It specifies the developmental stages of supported projects and the relevant sectors to achieve a sustainable and competitive transport system.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial parameters of the program, including the type of financial support provided, the available funding amounts per project, and expected project durations.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering everything from application procedures to budget management and general provisions.

Application Procedure

This section provides an overview of the application process, from submission guidelines to the selection mechanism and communication of decisions.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that authorize and govern the funding program, providing insights into its regulatory framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

12,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

20,000,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and Associated Countries, with encouraged international cooperation with emerging economies, particularly from Asia and Africa.

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics, Renewable Energy, Research and Development, Green Technology, Information and Communication Technology

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Road transport sector, urban passengers, emerging and advanced markets

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Market Introduction, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

2ZERO Partnership, Industrial Battery Value Chain (BATT4EU) partnership, Cooperative Connected and Automated Mobility (CCAM) partnership, Mission on Climate Neutral and Smart Cities

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