Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell of Oklahoma outlines how the state is positioned to become the epicentre of EVs and UAS development
Automotive World By Lt Governor Matt Pinnell February 15, 2023
Oklahoma has been a pioneer in the energy industry and advanced mobility technologies for over a century, supplying petroleum and gas to run combustion engines since the invention of the automobile. Today, Oklahoma is continuing that spirit of innovation by investing in advanced mobility development. In October, Oklahoma and Arkansas signed a memo of understanding to position the region as a national hub of advanced mobility. This collaboration, done in partnership with with Tulsa Innovation Labs and Runway Group, invests in advanced mobility development, including drones, electric and autonomous vehicles, battery manufacturing, and transportation and logistics solutions. The project is expected to create 55,000 new high-tech jobs, and companies such as Walmart, QuikTrip, and J.B. Hunt will help pilot emerging technologies.
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