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The U.S. is a dynamic and exciting mobility market that is dominated by trucks and SUVs that "work" beyond simply commuting. #Hybrid powertrains are an important bridging technology on the path to #electrification. I had the chance to share my perspective in Automotive News on this topic and how the industry can work together to explore new hybrid approaches that keep consumers happy while also reducing vehicle emissions. #mobility

I don't think anyone really knows where things are going. The big shift from international combustion engines (ICE) to electric vehicles, mostly bypassing hybrids, will always puzzle me. Hybrids seem like the logical progression. However, advancements with battery technology, regulatory pressure for emissions, and strong economic incentives for EVs have pushed many OEs past hybrids. Do you think moving straight from ICE powertrains to EVs is the best approach, or should hybrids play a larger role in the transition? #AutomotiveIndustry #ElectricVehicles #Innovation https://lnkd.in/gKEjuSt4

A hybrid vehicle combines two or more different power sources, an internal combustion engine (usually gasoline) and an electric motor. These vehicles improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions by using the electric motor to assist engine during acceleration and to power the vehicle at low speeds, while the engine powers the vehicle at higher speeds and recharges the battery. https://lnkd.in/er_-MyaX #hybridsoverevs

🔋 Electric vehicles are driving the future of transportation, but what about their tires? Explore the cutting-edge developments in EV tire technology and their role in optimizing performance and sustainability. #ElectricVehicles #TireInnovation #Sustainability

The internal combustion engine (ICE) has been the heart of America's #AutoIndustry for more than a century. Today, industry stakeholders are pushing to phase out #ICE in favor of more environmentally friendly battery electric vehicles (#BEVs). However, North America's road to electrification is not monolithic. While BEVs are natural frontrunners, hybrids — full, mild, and plug-ins — all play an essential role in bridging the gap between conventional ICE and fully electric vehicles. During this transition automakers in North America will explore powertrain technologies, engine platforms, transmission designs, and other opportunities. What strategies can OEMs adopt to balance investments across vehicle portfolios when navigating regulatory policies and incentives? Read S&P Global Mobility article: https://okt.to/Xl1MbK

Exploring vehicle performance, this summary compares electric vehicles (EVs), hybrids/plug-in hybrids, and gas cars. EVs impress with instant torque and agile handling due to low centers of gravity. Hybrids combine electric motors for efficiency with gasoline engines for power. Gas cars, known for familiar performance, feature responsive acceleration and extensive refueling infrastructure. Each type has its strengths: EVs prioritize sustainability with zero emissions, while hybrids offer versatility in power sources. Gasoline cars provide convenience with established refueling networks. As technology evolves, performance boundaries blur, shaping the future of mobility for diverse driver needs and environmental concerns. 🚗⚡️ #ElectricVehicles #Hybrids #GasCars #FutureOfMobility 🌱 Ready to experience the future of transportation? Explore different vehicle options and choose the one that suits your lifestyle and values!

Hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) continue to play a key role in the electrification solution, with #hybrid sales outpacing those of all-electric vehicles in 2023 in the US. Driven by consumer demand and preferences, #hybrid vehicles typically have a #palladium based catalytic converter and a #nickel #cobalt chemistry battery – driving strong demand for the #batterymetals and #PGEs found at the Gonneville Project.

TOYOTA'S 1:6:90 RULE: WHY IT’S NOT WASTING LITHIUM ON EVS The 1:6:90 Rule essentially posits that the raw materials required to manufacture one battery electric vehicle could alternatively be used to produce six plug-in hybrids or a staggering 90 hybrid vehicles. #electricmotors #electricandhybridvehicles Read more at: https://lnkd.in/grf6iTAz https://lnkd.in/grf6iTAz

🚗🔋 Today, you are more likely to see Vehicles that use high-voltage (#HV) batteries are becoming in your shop than ever before—whether they are hybrids or electric vehicles (#EVs). What are four things to consider when lifting vehicles with high-voltage batteries? Read more: https://bit.ly/3Oddma8 #AutomotiveAftermarket #AutoCare #AutoRepair #Collision

🚗🔋 Today, you are more likely to see Vehicles that use high-voltage (#HV) batteries are becoming in your shop than ever before—whether they are hybrids or electric vehicles (#EVs). What are four things to consider when lifting vehicles with high-voltage batteries? Read more: https://bit.ly/3Oddma8 #AutomotiveAftermarket #AutoCare #AutoRepair #Collision