Progress and Prospect in Research on Eco-driving

To clarify the progress in research on eco-driving in China and abroad, advances in eco-driving were reviewed including its impact factors, control strategies, effects, and implications. The following impact factors on eco-driving were introduced: driver personality, external stimulus information, road and traffic conditions, vehicle characteristics, and driving parameters. Further, an optimized control strategy for eco-driving was introduced, and its effects were analyzed. Finally, the implications of eco-driving were summarized, including static and dynamic eco-driving training methods, eco-driving assistance systems, and ecological intelligent transportation. The analysis of the research indicated that eco-driving can reduce fuel consumption by approximately 30% and reduce pollutant emissions by 20%-30%, without changing the structure of the vehicle. In addition, further research is required to establish the theoretical foundations of eco-driving strategies, and to develop an ecological driving assistance system that is suitable for China both quantitatively and visually. Finally, it will be necessary to strengthen the promotion of eco-driving and incorporate it into the driving test training system, so as to comprehensively save energy and reduce emissions in China. © 2019, Editorial Department of China Journal of Highway and Transport. All right reserved.