42 volt cars are going to be in production within 7 years, and soon thereafter, all will be 42 volt. Current and new technologies to benefit from the 42 volt systems will be electric power steering, electric power brakes, power windows, seats, and lift gates, heated cats, HVAC blower motors & engine cooling fans, water pumps, fuel pumps, oil pumps, valvetrain, and more. In addition, systems like a stop/start generator feature (already used in todays hybrid vehicles) may be incorporated into future engine management strategy. basically, at an idle, the engine shuts off, and restarts as acceleration begins. This action would be transparent to the driver and all other electrical and vehicle systems would be operational in either state.
It's already happening. Be prepared.
Take care,
-Chris
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