1. Scope of Submissions

      The journal publishes original academic papers on research and applications in vehicle powertrain technology that have not been previously published domestically or internationally. Submissions must demonstrate scientific rigor, innovation, standardization, and readability, with clear viewpoints, sufficient evidence, reliable data, rigorous analysis, logical reasoning, structured organization, standardized formatting, and fluent language.

2. Prohibited Practices

      o   Multiple submissions, duplicate content submissions, or academic misconduct (e.g., data fabrication, falsification, plagiarism) are strictly prohibited.

      o   Violations will result in rejection or retraction of the manuscript. The author’s future submissions will be barred, and the journal reserves the right to pursue accountability.

3. Review Timeline
The review process takes 2–4 months. Authors must not submit the manuscript elsewhere during this period. If the author wishes to withdraw or submit to another journal due to prolonged review, written notification to the editorial office is required.

4. Author Revisions

       o   Authors must revise manuscripts according to editorial feedback. Revised versions must be returned within 30 days of receiving revision requests.

       o   Failure to meet deadlines without justification may lead to rejection.

5. Editorial Revisions
The editorial office reserves the right to make technical or textual edits. Substantive changes will only be made with the author’s consent.

6. Copyright Transfer Agreement

      o   Authors must sign a Copyright Transfer Agreement upon acceptance. This transfers all copyrights (including but not limited to reproduction, distribution, adaptation, translation, and digital/multimedia/online publishing rights) to the editorial office.

      o   The editorial office becomes the copyright holder and may sublicense these rights to third parties. Submission implies acceptance of these terms. Contact the office for exceptions.

7. Author Usage Rights Post-Publication
Authors may use their published work under the following conditions:

o   Under the CC BY-ND 4.0 license.

o   To cite or translate portions in subsequent works.

o   For patent applications.

o   Other activities permitted by the editorial office.

8. Publication Fees
Authors must pay article processing charges (APCs) before publication.

9. Post-Publication Benefits

      o   Authors receive two complimentary copies of the issue containing their paper.

      o   Royalties are paid according to journal policies, inclusive of copyright transfer fees. No additional payments are made.