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How electric vehicle power steering is used to extending EV battery life

Tire Review Magazine

Electric power steering (EPS) has become a game-changer in the world of electric vehicles (EVs). Unlike traditional hydraulic power steering systems, EPS utilizes electric motors and electronic control units to assist the driver in steering the vehicle.

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How active suspension systems improve vehicle control and comfort

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Whether you’re servicing a pickup truck with active dampeners and air ride or a luxury sedan with hydraulic dampeners, these systems have faced their fair share of criticism from technicians over the years. Active shocks and struts can change compression and rebound on the fly using hydraulic, magnetic, or air-ride systems.

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Understanding hybrid regenerative braking and its impact on brake wear

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Hybrids transform the energy they get from braking into electricity that gets saved in a box in the back as stored energy. Hybrids prioritize using regenerative braking, so the pedal acts more like an input to the ABS module requesting braking force rather than a direct hydraulic pressure request.

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Understanding hybrid regenerative braking and its impact on brake wear

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Hybrids transform the energy they get from braking into electricity that gets saved in a box in the back as stored energy. Hybrids prioritize using regenerative braking, so the pedal acts more like an input to the ABS module requesting braking force rather than a direct hydraulic pressure request.

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The power of regenerative EV braking

Tire Review Magazine

When you hit the brake pedal on most internal combustion vehicles, hydraulic pressure is generated by the master cylinder and sent to the calipers. The hydraulic pressure causes the calipers to clamp down on the brake pads and rotor. It is not until the last few miles per hour that the hydraulic brakes are engaged.

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The power of regenerative EV braking

Tire Review Magazine

When you hit the brake pedal on most internal combustion vehicles, hydraulic pressure is generated by the master cylinder and sent to the calipers. The hydraulic pressure causes the calipers to clamp down on the brake pads and rotor. It is not until the last few miles per hour that the hydraulic brakes are engaged.

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BendPak introduces AP Pro Series lifts

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According to the company, all AP Pro Series lifts include an air-electric workstation, multiple sets of adapters, and adapter storage racks to service a wide range of cars, trucks, vans and SUVs. Every 10AP Pro Series lift includes a WSA-100 air-electric workstation.