While my Maverick was at the truck hospital, I was driving a rental, and it was very evident when it stopped and started again while at traffic lights, etc. I never notice the Hybrid doing this, even though it’s presumably doing it often. Does an ICE’s beginning mechanism differ from that of a hybrid? Is the drive motor being used in place of a separate starter? Any plausible theories as to why this operates?
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ICE cars typically have a small starter motor that’s just powerful enough to start the engine.
In contrast, the Maverick Hybrid uses a 100hp electric motor as its “starter,” which not only starts the engine but also drives the truck at lower speeds and helps it glide at higher speeds.
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When the engine is running or not, it is hardly noticeable. Whether the engine is running or not, the electric motor provides a responsive and comfortable driving experience.
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The starter is the hybrid motor that runs off the hybrid battery.
Makes for awesome starting in sub zero weather.
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While I waited for my 23 Lariat Hybrid, I drove a 22 ICE Maverick XLT. Compared to the non-hybrid, the start-stop is considerably less obvious in fact, it isn’t noticeable unless the music is off and the windows are down. It sounded noisier and jerkier than the non-hybrid start/stop.
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Yes, the generator serves as a starter motor and is part of the eCVT system.
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Ford did a great job with the soft start and transition to ICE. Kudos to the engineers involved with that.
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Correct? Even when I’m trying and paying attention, I am unable to identify when a shift is occurring. I can hear the transition if I turn off the audio and don’t go too quickly, but I never feel it. I’ve driven various hybrid cars, but this is my second.
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Now only if they could get CarPlay and the backup camera to function properly.
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Yes, in a hybrid, the electric motor, generator, and starter are typically combined into one unit that is directly connected to the driveline. In a conventional engine, there are separate starter and alternator systems, and the starter only engages the engine when necessary, not being directly linked to the driveline. Additionally, a hybrid operates with a much higher voltage system compared to a standard starter, which helps ensure smoother transitions.