TECH FOCUS: SUSTAiNABlE MOBiliTy Sustainable development in the automotive industry: prioritizing the planet and people recommended the adoption of the new cycle for testing new motorcycle models in India. A study aimed to reduce the workload of lifecycle inventory modeling by comparing different scenarios to find the optimal balance between computational effort and data specification requirements. The driver seat of a conventional light-duty commercial vehicle was used as a representative test case. The study investigated International Material Data System (IMDS) use and considered four scenarios. The study has implications for policymakers and manufacturers who can use this information to reduce LCI modeling workload while maintaining accuracy. The impact of mobile air conditioning (MAC) systems in 28 June 2023 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) on the environment was explored in a recent paper. The analysis focused on three different refrigerants operating in three other locations in China, demonstrating the application of the life cycle climate performance (LCCP) approach to a single BEV to determine the environmental impact of its MAC system. The paper's regional analysis of China was chosen due to the country's larger vehicle market and higher fuel consumption and greenhousegas emissions. This study can help policymakers and manufacturers make informed decisions about using MAC systems in BEVs and their impact on the environment. Finally, another paper discussed the evaluation of electrification in the heavy-duty commercial vehicle market, driven by emission regulations, cost benefits, and political incentives. The industry has widely accepted the target of becoming 100% emission-free. The question is which technology to focus on: battery electric only or in combination with a fuel cell. Fast charging is crucial in this technology race, enabling BEVs to operate effectively. This study can help policymakers and manufacturers decide on the best UPDATE East Carolina University