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OTA (Over-the-Air)

The abbreviation OTA is used in connection with wireless software updates in today’s modern cars.

Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 515 Views elektronika, software, control unit 13 min read

Frunk

Frunk refers to the front storage compartment, which is now a common feature in most electric vehicles. This space is typically used to store charging cables and other accessories.

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Cars carrying the eHybrid (e-HYBRID) designation have a plug-in hybrid electric drive, which means they can use a traditional internal combustion engine, an electric motor or a combination of the two. Hybrid eHybrid (e-HYBRID) cars allow driving solely on electric power.

Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 3322 Views MHEV, PHEV, Seat, VW, electromobility, hybrid powertrain 12 min read

HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle)

A hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) is a car that can independently run on fossil fuels and electric power. HEV vehicles are typically equipped with only a smaller traction battery and a less powerful electric motor. However, the electric motor’s performance is sufficient for the vehicle to run solely on electric power.

Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 7936 Views CO2, HEV, electromobility, hybrid, hybrid powertrain 18 min read

Toe angle

The toe angle is an angle that plays a key role in the overall axle geometry and affects the vehicle’s behavior on the road. The toe angle has a significant impact not only on the driving characteristics of the vehicle but also on tire wear.

Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 24481 Views wheel geometry, toe angle, suspension 23 min read

Stellantis

Stellantis is a multinational automotive group formed by the merger of the French company Groupe PSA and the Italian-American company FCA. This merger created the fourth largest car manufacturer in the world by number of vehicles sold.

Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 10105 Views FCA, PSA Groupe, Stellantis 4 min read

PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)

A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle is a car that can run independently on fossil fuels and electricity. In the case of a plug-in hybrid, it is important that the vehicle is equipped with a traction battery that can be recharged from the electricity grid.

Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 5443 Views CO2, PHEV, electromobility, hybrid, hybrid powertrain 22 min read

eTSI

Cars labeled as eTSI are equipped with a mild-hybrid drivetrain. This means that the vehicle is powered by a traditional internal combustion engine, which is assisted by an electric motor. eTSI vehicles are not capable of running solely on electric power.

Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 13750 Views MHEV, Seat, TSI, Volkswagen, electromobility, hybrid, hybrid powertrain, engine, engine designation 11 min read

Zero gravity seats

A zero gravity seat is a type of seat designed to provide maximum comfort and minimize pressure on the body while sitting. This term is often associated with spacecraft or airplanes, where these seats are designed to minimize the negative effects of gravity on the human body. However, today these ergonomic seats are increasingly being used as part of the luxury equipment in personal automobiles.

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CC (Coupe Cabrio)

The vehicles, called coupé-cabriolets, are based on the classic convertible, which is equipped with a folding fixed roof with a mechanism. The coupe-cabriolet bodies, also referred to as CC, literally became a hit at the beginning of the millennium. Today, however, they have all but disappeared from car manufacturers’ catalogues.

Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 10720 Views Coupe Cabrio, bodywork 17 min read

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