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Despite Lower Costs, Consumers opt for Hybrid cars Over EVs

Despite Lower Costs, Consumers opt for Hybrid cars Over EVs

Concerns regarding prolonged charging durations, infrastructure availability, and the safety of battery technology persist, deterring potential buyers, reveals a Deloitte study. According to Deloitte’s 2024 Global Automotive Consumer Study, a greater number of car buyers plan to opt for hybrid vehicles rather than electric vehicles (EVs) for their next purchase, despite the higher cost associated with hybrids. The study identifies[Read More…]

by February 19, 2024 Newscast
New Challenges For Engine Sensors In Hybrid Powertrains

New Challenges For Engine Sensors In Hybrid Powertrains

Sensors in combustion engines face unique challenges in hybrid cars. Story by: Klaus Grambichler, Senior Application Engineer, Infineon Technologies Austria AG Modern crankshaft sensors must differentiate between intentional rotation while the engine is running and random crankshaft movements, such as those caused by vibrations during purely electric driving. This differentiation is the only way, for example, to ensure a smooth[Read More…]

by August 29, 2020 Special Report