When talking about hybrid cars, there are certainly some of us who might be confused by things like the cost of maintaining two different systems, or better yet, using petrol. Did you know that engine technology has developed so rapidly, that with the availability of hybrid engines that can use electricity, it certainly opens up a new dimension to everyday transportation.
The Proton e.MAS 7 PHEV, which was just introduced a few months ago, brings a new dimension to make it easier for vehicle owners to experience the energy transition for themselves. This is because the combination of electricity and petrol is used in the PHEV engine, which is seen to have its own advantages. In fact, the introduction of Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (PRO-NET) in highlighting the brand’s first PHEV in Malaysia is seen as a stepping stone for the automotive industry that is thirsty for new technology for all the people.
What is the difference between PHEV and other hybrid engines?
In the hybrid engine family, there is the Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) type which allows two types of energy sources to be used. This is slightly different from hybrids that previously charged and used electricity from the battery, and also slightly different from Range Extender cars, which used gasoline to generate electricity, which was then used to propel the vehicle.
For hybrids, you may only see savings when you are coasting without pressing the pedal, which activates regenerative braking and then recharges the battery for later use when accelerating. However, in most hybrid cars like this you may not be able to change this setting, or the settings may be limited, because most previous hybrid cars were built as a version of the original gasoline version, and not developed as electric cars.
So the Proton e.MAS7 PHEV is developed using the GMA platform, also offering the sophistication of electric car technology, complemented by the efficient use of gasoline further adding to the potential of this hybrid car.
The GMA platform is developed with an emphasis on electric energy
This is different from the Proton e.MAS 7 PHEV because it was developed focusing on electric energy, in line with the e.MAS family which uses the GMA platform. This means that the frame and chassis of this car were developed with electric power as a priority, and then its use was developed, including becoming a hybrid car. The Advanced EM-i Drive System engine found in the Proton e.MAS 7 PHEV combines
11-in-1 Hybrid Transmission
Hybrid Engine
LFP (Lithium Ferro Phosphate) battery technology
To ensure the energy efficiency of the combination of petrol and electric sources, this 11-in-1 Hybrid Transmission takes on the main task of driving this vehicle. The focus is more on energy transfer, rather than like a traditional gearbox. Therefore, the driving experience is similar to an electric car with low energy consumption. The engine will start to assist or drive the wheels when the situation requires it, such as high speeds or long climbs, for optimal efficiency.
