Heikki Liimatainen is a **Professor** and **Vice Dean for Research** at the Faculty of Built Environment, Tampere University. His research focuses on sustainable transportation systems, emission reduction strategies, and mobility innovations like autonomous vehicles and Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS). He actively collaborates with international institutions, evidenced by studies involving Finland, Switzerland, and Germany. Research interests emphasize **transportation sustainability**, **electrification of road freight**, **consumer behavior in new mobility systems**, and **climate policy effectiveness**. His work spans technical, economic, and social dimensions of transport, including policy design, infrastructure impacts, and equity considerations. Key areas of recent studies include winter conditions for autonomous vehicles, V2G technology adoption, and decarbonization pathways for heavy-duty trucks. He also explores societal challenges like transport poverty and gig economy employment dynamics. No scientific awards explicitly listed in the provided texts. His professional networks include roles in academic governance and international project collaborations. Contact: Email | ORCID .





