Diagnostic Procedures For Stop/Start Systems
Stop/start technology is more than just a switch wired to the brake pedal and starter.
How Important is Regenerative Braking For EVs?
Regenerative braking helps to increase the overall efficiency and range of the EV, increasing the range of an EV by up to 20%.
Ignition Coil Output
To see inductance inside the primary windings, use an amp probe placed around the positive wire for the ignition coil.
Asahi Kasei Microdevices Releases New Current SensorÂ
The CZ39 series of coreless current sensors is well-suited to EV applications due to its 100 ns response time, low heat generation and noise immunity.
Auto Care Association Expands Demand Index Product Coverage
It announced the release of 25 new product lines, as well as the addition of Annual Unit Volumes for 15 Demand Index Product Groups.
Battery Charging and Programming Diagnostics
Temperature changes how the battery discharges and the amount of current that can be delivered.
Eaton Adds Software to Optimize At-Home EV Charging
Eaton’s Charging Network Manager software can monitor charging station energy usage in real-time and reallocate power as needed.
Techs Rock Candidate Profiles – Emerging Technologies
These techs prove emerging technology keeps the industry moving forward.
Meet Steve Barnes, B’laster Instructor Of The Year Candidate
AK Smith Career Center instructor teaches automotive professionalism and passion.
Ignition System Do’s and Don’ts
Why do ignition systems give technicians problems when diagnosing ignition-related misfires? The answer is that some technicians use tests that might give inconclusive results or do damage to the coil or drivers inside a module.
