This engaging, reader-friendly text provides a comprehensive introduction to the cutting-edge technology and trends that are revolutionizing today's automotive industry.

Hybrid, Electric And Fuel-Cell Vehicles, Third Edition, combines coverage of basic theory and practical applications to help you gain a working understanding of the operation and diagnosis of new and emerging automobiles.

Authors Jack Erjavec and Nathan Smith draw on their in-depth industry and classroom expertise to present detailed information in an accessible way, breaking down complex topics into easy-to digest chapters.

The Third Edition of this trusted text includes up-to-date, highly accurate technical information and service procedures for vehicles available today, with lab exercises designed to accommodate diverse learning styles, and a strong emphasis on safe shop practices and hybrid/electric vehicle service safety.

What's New

• The authors have added wiring diagrams inspired by manufacturer documentation to help readers understand the complete operation of circuits.
• Material on fuel cell operation has been expanded to include new and updated information to help readers learn the essentials of operating modern vehicles, including key differences in operating overseas.
• Building on coverage of individual components, a final operational description encompasses information on multiple manufacturers, enabling students to build and reinforce understanding as they progress through the text.
• This reader-friendly text covers major components of the hybrid/electric vehicle system in individual chapters presented in a logical sequence, making it easier to gain a clear understanding of their operation and interrelationships.
• The Third Edition features new, expanded and updated content on important safety considerations relevant to high voltage service.

Features

• In addition to outlining maintenance and service procedures for electric vehicles, the text describes the true costs of owning and operating them, including tax incentive programs available to consumers.
• Because hybrid and electric vehicles require unique and critical precautions to ensure safety in the shop, safe practices and safety-related information are stressed throughout the text.
• This comprehensive text provides a useful overview of current electric, hybrid and fuel cell vehicles, as well as their operation, construction and specific advantages and disadvantages of each.
• Coverage of range and fuel economy includes material on vehicle physics, regenerative braking, aerodynamics and fuel consumption of various electric models, helping students understand both the essential principles involved and their practical applications.