Tag: SightGlass News Issue 21

Nissan breaks from air cooling to boost thermal control, charging capability of electric Ariya SUV Nissan’s new Ariya is an electric SUV that showcases the brand’s “Intelligent Mobility” strategy, which ultimately aims to bring both vehicle emissions and road fatalities to zero.  The Ariya is the brand’s first all-electric SUV and, encouragingly, it isn’t based Continue reading Nissan Ariya adopts liquid-cooled battery

Heat is the nemesis of many a high-performance car. All manner of heat exchangers, ranging from coolant radiators to differential coolers, have to be accommodated and given enough space, airflow and capacity to deal with myriad demanding benchmarks.  And yet, in countless situations, that fine engineering and outstanding capability will often be completely overlooked if Continue reading Bugatti reveals how it maintains cabin comfort at more than 400km/h

There is no doubt that refrigerant-based thermal management of electrified drive systems and batteries will place those with strong knowledge and skills in mobile air-conditioning and auto-electrical systems at the forefront of the sector in years to come. The accelerating adoption of this thermal control method for critical systems in vehicles also highlights the importance Continue reading Precise refrigerant charge essential to maximise EV range: Study