Finish Line: German Engineering for American Lifestyles
At the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volkswagen displayed its five-seater Cross Coupe GTE concept. This stylish and upscale SUV uses a plug-in hybrid system with a maximum output of 355 hp and an all-wheel-drive system that uses an “electric driveshaft.” The hybrid has a manufacturer-estimated fuel economy rating of 70 MPGe.
New Report Shows Wide Adoption of Stop-Start Technology on Future Vehicles
New data from Navigant Research shows stop-start capability anticipated to be the most important innovation in improving fuel efficiency.
Peuggeot Quartz Concept ‘Rocks’ the SUV Crossover Market
The Peugeot Quartz’s engine/motor combinations combined with undercar responsiveness and vehicle intuitiveness, will ensure unparalleled enjoyment from behind the wheel.
Converting the Masses: Turning a Gas Powered Vehicle into an EV
While some will choose to purchase a new EV, there has been a growing group of enthusiasts who would rather convert or have someone else switch their petroleum-burning vehicles into electric drive.
Staying ‘Current’ on Ignition Coil Changes
During the past century, ignition coil configurations have evolved from oil-filled canister to epoxy-filled to e-core to waste spark and to the most modern coil-on-plug or “pencil” coils. Whatever the configuration, an ignition coil creates a spark by transforming amperage into volts. To illustrate, an oil-filled ignition coil might require about 4 amperes of current
The Real World: Future Technology’s Impact on Future Technicians
More clean diesel engines, hydrogen-fueled electric vehicles and autos that “drive” themselves may be what’s in the service bays of the future.
Under the Hood: ‘Plugging’ Away at Ignition Diagnostics
Whatever the configuration, an ignition coil has three parts: a primary circuit, a secondary circuit and a soft-iron core
On the Cover: Cadillac Ciel Concept Celebrates the Journey
The spacious and elegant concept car Ciel is powered by a twin-turbocharged version of the 3.6-liter Direct Injection V-6 engine, paired with a hybrid system using lithium-ion battery technology.
Report Card: BMW’s i8 Concept — An Icon of Progress
The i8 has its roots in a previous concept car called BMW Vision EfficientDynamics.
Report Card: Toyota’s 8-Bit Concept ‘Enters the Game’
The FT-CH is a concept that would address Toyota’s stated strategy to offer a wider variety of conventional hybrid choices to its customers as it begins to introduce plug-in hybrids (PHVs) and battery electrics (BEVs) in model year 2012, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles