Ford, I-CAR Expand Training For Hybrids And BEVs
These eight new training courses are the result of continued collaboration between Ford and I-CAR.
Toyota Regenerative Braking – Hybrid System
The brake system of a hybrid may have multiple components to perform regenerative braking and pedal simulation.
Free ASE Webinar: The eTorque Mild Hybrid System
The free webinar is this afternoon at 4:00 p.m. ET.
Valvoline Launches First Hybrid-Specific Motor Oil
Valvoline recently announced the development of Valvoline Hybrid Vehicle Full Synthetic motor oil, its first designed to handle the unique demands of the estimated 5 million hybrid vehicles on the road today.
VIDEO: Regenerative Braking On Hybrid Vehicles
Andrew Markel discusses regenerative braking on hybrid vehicles, and how its properties call for a well-performed brake pad replacement procedure.
Connecting With Hybrids: 12 Volt Battery Systems
Why do hybrids even have a 12 volt battery when the car is already equipped with a high-voltage battery? Those of you with hybrid experience know the answer, but many techs have stayed away from hybrids and have little to no knowledge on the subject. Today we have plug-in cars, both pure electric and plug-ins
Porsche Debuts 2018 Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid
Combining the 4.0-liter V8 engine from the Panamera Turbo with an electric motor, the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid delivers a total output of 680 hp and 626 lb.-ft. of torque. Only the limited production 918 Spyder has ever had more power.
Toyota Global Hybrid Sales Surpass 10M
Toyota Motor North America also saw its sales of hybrids and plug-in hybrids reach a cumulative total exceeding 3 million units as of Dec. 31, 2016.
Hybrid Service Begins With Proper Training
The hybrid vehicle owner is a sophisticated customer, and servicing these cars can help bring additional revenue into your service bays – plus you can benefit from repair opportunities afforded by the other cars in your customers’ driveways.
Porsche’s Le Mans 919 Hybrid Turbo Four-Cylinder Engine
For the first time Porsche is showing images of the centrepiece of its Le Mans winning Porsche 919 Hybrid.