With technology advancing at an incredible pace, we can now see its influence embedded in every aspect of our lives!
Are you ready to ride the wave of technology in the automotive industry? If you've got a modern car, you're probably already experiencing cool features like Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Steering Axis Inclination (SAI), Adaptive Suspension, Advance Park, and a Stop-start system. But as our cars get smarter, they're becoming more complex to maintain. Ever heard a mechanic grumble, "Who designed this thing?" It's a testament to the fantastic but often puzzling engineering behind these modern marvels.
I've got friends who are into cars and all that, and they're really into the ACC and some other features. One thing they're not so crazy about, though, is the stop-start system.
If you're not familiar with cars, the stop-start system is a feature that automatically shuts off the engine when the vehicle comes to a stop, such as at a red light or in heavy traffic. This feature helps to save fuel and reduce emissions.
After carefully considering the mechanics' perspective on this feature, I explored why it's becoming standard in the latest vehicle models. With a plethora of online information available, I believe it's best to seek insights from the engineers who designed or are familiar with this feature. I have a network of engineers on this platform, but I'm unsure if any specialize in the automotive industry. I'd greatly appreciate your expertise if you're in the automotive industry. And if not, please consider sharing this post so it reaches someone who can provide valuable insights.
Feel free to share in the comments any technology that you or people you know are struggling to understand. Let's help each other out!
P.S: I completed the General Motors Auto Tech program at Brookdale Community College, great program. I'd love to hear from some GM engineers about their insights into the Stop-start system.
Every drive is an opportunity to test out new automotive concepts.