When
November 13, 2025
Time
12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
Contact Hours
1
Location Online - Course
One Hour Webinar
Description
The Virginia Transportation Research Council conducted a comprehensive nine-month field testing study of the Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck to evaluate its potential for integration into VDOT’s vehicle fleet. The study included extensive real-world testing of vehicle performance under various conditions including towing, cold weather operations, mountainous terrain, low-speed work zones, and charging infrastructure requirements. Key findings revealed that while the electric truck performed consistently with manufacturer estimates under standard driving conditions, it experienced significant operational limitations during towing operations (50-70% range reduction) and cold weather conditions. The vehicle was found to be suitable for light-duty tasks, but is not recommended for towing or emergency 24/7 operations.
Instructor
Noah Goodall, Ph.D., P.E.
Noah Goodall, Ph.D., P.E. is a senior research scientist with the Virginia Transportation Research Council, a partnership between the Virginia Department of Transportation and the University of Virginia. He researches safety, operations, and autonomous vehicles.
Erin Robartes, Ph.D.
Erin Robartes, Ph.D. is a research scientist with the Virginia Transportation Research Council, a partnership between the Virginia Department of Transportation and the University of Virginia. Her research areas include highway safety, vulnerable road user safety, traffic operations, and intelligent transportation systems.
Registration and Payment
The following registration fees cover the session, all course materials and meals:
Local Government: $0
State/Federal: $0
Private Industry: $0
Click here for UVA TTA's general registration information, cancellation policy, and refund policy. UVA TTA accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, MasterCard, and Discover. Credit card information cannot be taken over the phone. Alternatively, after registering you can print out a voucher to send in with your payment. After you have completed the transaction you will receive an automatically generated email confirming registration and payment if applicable. Final confirmation and instructions will be sent out during the week prior to the class date.
Special Registration Instructions for Employees of the Virginia Department of Transportation
VDOT employees must register through the VDOT Virtual Campus. Registration fees and related expenses for all VDOT employees will be paid from the VDOT Learning Services Center budget. Registrants should contact their District Training Coordinator or the VDOT Learning Services Center (Central Office employees) for instructions on how to seek reimbursement for travel expenses.
Due to current travel restrictions, VDOT employees are strongly encouraged to attend U. Va. TTA workshops on a day trip basis. Overnight travel requires permission from your District Administrator or Chief -- and in some cases higher levels of authority. If you require overnight lodging to attend a U. Va. TTA workshop, consult with your supervisor, District Training Coordinator, or VDOT Learning Services Center on travel approval procedures.