Emerging Tech in MSU EcoCAR

Emerging Tech in MSU EcoCAR

Four people sitting in white car with advertisement logos covering most of the surface of the car in front of a glass and brick building.

Photo by Emily Grace McCall

Mississippi State President Mark E. Keenum demonstrated the work of the MSU EcoCAR team during the group’s fall vehicle showcase at the end of March. After driving the modified Cheverolet Blazer EV, Keenum spoke to the students participating in the 2026-2030 EcoCAR Innovation Challenge, a national competition where they will incorporate artificial intelligence, machine learning and other emerging technologies into the car.