AAH #687 - Piston Engine Gear Head Talks BEV, PHEV and FCEV
About this episode
A deep dive into the evolving landscape of propulsion systems with Mickey Bli, Senior VP at Stellantis. The discussion covers the transition from traditional internal combustion engines to electric and hybrid technologies, highlighting the challenges and innovations in efficiency and performance. Mickey shares insights from his extensive career, including the development of Stellantis' new Hurricane engine and the upcoming RAM Charger with a range-extending system. The episode also touches on regulatory impacts, market trends, and the future of fuel cells in commercial vehicles.
Chevrolet Corvette
"...trying to get three hundred horsepower out of the corvette, the LS one. At the time, we were we're at two ni..."
Chrysler Pacifica
"... last four years. Well, you've had you've had the PACIFICA Hybrid for quite some time twenty twenty seventee..."
Jeep Wrangler
"...eeled all wall capability. And the mantra for the Wrangler was don't give up any capability of off road perf..."
Dodge Challenger
"... after that, we're going to follow with the Dodge Challenger excuse me, and then we're going to have the Jeep ..."
Jeep Recon
"... excuse me, and then we're going to have the Jeep Recon. Then we're gonna have the Chrysler's and then we..."
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