In recent years, hybrid vehicles have attracted more and more attention and love from consumers. Hybrid technology not only saves fuel, but also reduces tailpipe emissions, which is environmentally friendly. In hybrid technology, plug-in hybrid and range extension have become two controversial development directions.
So, for consumers, should they choose plug-in hybrid or extended range?Plug-in hybrid technology works differently from range extender technology. The plug-in hybrid adopts the direct drive of the engine, which is more efficient at high speed, and can achieve about 95%.
The range extension technology is to use the engine only to generate electricity, and there is a certain amount of energy loss in the power generation process and the motor electricity, so the final achievement rate of power conversion is more than 80%. From the theoretical and measured data, the high-speed fuel consumption of the extended range is about 10% higher than that of the plug-in hybrid.
Although the plug-in hybrid technology is more efficient at high speeds, on top of this, the plug-in hybrid requires the addition of a transmission mechanism, which leads to an increase in R&D costs and manufacturing costs. In addition, plug-in hybrids require a dedicated transmission system team, as well as experience in transmission development and reliable transmission manufacturing capabilities.
The threshold for range extension technology is relatively low, which is easier for automotive companies to implement. So, why does Li Xiang always like to throw out the topic of range extension technology?Actually, it's a clever marketing strategy. When everyone was discussing and arguing about which was better, range extension or plug-in mix, Li Xiang had already achieved his goal.
Because as long as the debate is still ongoing, the issue still seems to be controversial, and for consumers who don't know much about cars, they may think that the issue is complex and difficult to determine. Even consumers who know a little about cars will subconsciously think that this is a difficult question to answer. However, as hybrid technology continues to evolve, the future trend may change.
Currently, plug-in hybrid technology dominates the market, but as the technology matures and consumer demand for electric vehicles increases, it is possible that the range extension technology will make a breakthrough in the coming years. Li Xiang, CEO of Li Company, has publicly stated that China's own brands may change their technical route and adopt range-extender technology in the next year or two.
The leaders of some domestic car companies said that they would not use range extension technology. Whether it is plug-in mixing or range extension, it has its advantages and disadvantages. When choosing a hybrid model, consumers need to make trade-offs based on their own needs and driving habits.
If efficiency and fuel economy at high speeds are a concern, then a plug-in hybrid may be a better choice;If there is a greater focus on environmental protection and future trends, then range extender technology may be more attractive. In general, both plug-in hybrid and range extender technologies have their own advantages and disadvantages.
Plug-in hybrids are more efficient at high speeds, but they require additional transmission mechanisms, and R&D and manufacturing costs are also higherThe threshold of range extension technology is relatively low, which is easier for automobile companies to achieve, but the high-speed fuel consumption is about 10% higher than that of plug-in hybrid.
In the future development trend of hybrid vehicles, range extender technology may receive more attention and application, but consumers still need to weigh according to their own needs when choosing. Whether it is plug-in hybrid or range extension, the ultimate goal is to achieve the goal of saving money by maintaining a car, repairing a car without stepping on a pit, and choosing a car that you understand. Do you think hybrids are all there is to it?
The development of the automotive market has been driving the advancement of technology and technology. The advent of hybrid vehicles has given people a new solution to the problem of exhaust emissions. However, with the development of battery technology, hybrid vehicles are also constantly being upgraded. So, what are the new changes in hybrid vehicles?The first is the all-electric range.
In the past two years, battery technology has advanced very rapidly, and basically every year it has been able to reach a new level. NIO has just recently live-streamed the range of semi-solid-state batteries, which has greatly improved the pure electric range with the same battery capacity. This also means that when people use hybrid vehicles, the proportion of pure fuel will become smaller and smaller.
The second is the increase in charging speed. The emergence of 800V high-voltage fast charging technology has greatly increased the charging speed of hybrid vehicles. It only takes 5 minutes to charge and can add 300 km of range. This technology is also being adopted by more and more car manufacturers.
Huawei has announced that it will build more than 20,000 high-voltage fast charging stations within two years, and in the future, high-voltage fast charging stations will cover urban areas and high-speed service areas, more than gas stations. In addition, the intelligent driving of hybrid vehicles is also constantly upgrading.
Many hybrid vehicles are already equipped with autonomous driving systems, which can make driving the vehicle easier and much safer. Therefore, today's hybrids are not just a tool to solve the problem of tailpipe emissions, they also contain the latest technology and technology.
With the increase of pure electric range, the improvement of charging speed, and the continuous upgrade of intelligent driving systems, hybrid vehicles will become the mainstream of the future automotive market. The emergence of a new technology often generates buzz and interest in a particular field, and the automotive industry is no exception. Recently, intelligent driving technology has caused a sensational craze.
People's car purchase needs have also changed, and intelligent driving ability has begun to become the main consideration in car selection, while parameters such as high-speed fuel consumption of hybrid vehicles have gradually been diluted. However, for those models that have not yet popularized the range extender, their current range extender technology is far from being comparable to the future technology.
Therefore, these models should focus on the brand image and keep up with the pace of range extension constraints as soon as possible. At the same time, from the perspective of the practical application of intelligent driving technology, the extended-range electric drive structure has more advantages than the direct drive structure of hybrid vehicles. Therefore, the development prospects of extended-range electric vehicles should be brighter in the future.