48V Affordable Hybrid system

Valeo solutions comprise an additional 48V lithium-ion battery, a Valeo 48V DCDC Converter and a new 48V Starter Generator including new features:

• Energy recovery during braking; this energy is stored in the 48V lithium-ion battery
• Torque assist; the 48V Starter Generator is able to assist the engine during acceleration using the recovered energy
• Electrical supply; the energy stored in the 48V lithium-ion battery is flowing through the 48V DCDC converter to supply the vehicle electrical network

Valeo 48v hybrid system: a decrease of CO2 emissions

These new features bring strong benefits in CO₂ emissions and fuel economy.

To complete the offer the 48V electric supercharger can be added. As a result the driving pleasure of the powertrain will be dramatically improved.