Total Costs of Ownership of Future Light-Duty Vehicles

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This is a Request for Information (RFI) only. The full RFI document can be found at https://www.fedconnect.net/FedConnect by clicking on the Search Public Opportunities link, then selecting Reference Number under Search Criteria and entering the full RFI number in the search field. All questions and responses must be submitted to TCORFI@go.doe.gov. Below is a synopsis of the RFI. See the full RFI for complete information. The Department of Energy (DOE) seeks input from the public on the analysis methodology and assumptions used for estimating the total cost of ownership (TCO) of various advanced vehicle technologies within DOE's portfolio that have the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas GHG) emissions and petroleum consumption. The methodology and basis for assumptions are provided below and stakeholder input is requested on their validity and on the various levels (aggressive, moderate and conservative) of success assumed for the different advanced technologies presented.

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