Understanding the Honda Hybrid E-Drive

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  • čas přidán 11. 12. 2020
  • See the cool E-Drive transmission used in the 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, Insight Hybrid, and Clarity Plug-In Hybrid. Watch how this incredible transaxle functions in all three modes of operation.
    Clarifications.
    - E-Drive and eCVT are training and marketing terms used on the Honda.com sales website and in Honda technical training to describe this system.
    - Intelligent Multi-Mode Drive (i-MMD) is an engineering term to describe this system.
    CORRECTIONS:
    - Mode 2, Engine Drive Mode. The internal combustion engine (ICE) will operate at its most efficient rpm for the torque required to propel the vehicle. The motor is forced to rotate by the countershaft. The motor can draw power from the battery to help the engine supply torque to the countershaft (parallel hybrid operation), or it can act as a generator to supply power to the battery. Engine-only mode can occur at speeds as low as ~70.8 km/h (~44 mph).
    - Mode 3, E-CVT. At higher vehicle speeds, the overdrive clutch is disengaged. The generator provides power to the motor (series hybrid operation), to the battery, or to both depending upon the battery state of charge, motor load, and other factors.
    TIMELINE:
    0:00 Start
    0:12 Introduction
    0:25 Vehicle Usage
    0:51 Three modes of operation
    1:42 Mode 1 - Electric Vehicle (EV) Mode
    1:56 Two Oil Pumps
    2:14 Final Drive and Driven Gears
    3:28 Final Drive gear ratio = 65/19 = 3.421:1 (CR-V 66/17 = 3.882:1)
    4:21 Counter Shaft Gear
    5:22 Motor Drive Gear and shaft
    6:30 135kW Motor power and torque ratings
    7:17 Motor shaft gear to countershaft gear ratio = 54/22 = 2.455:1
    7:53 MUST SEE: Motor shaft gear to final drive gear ratio = 8.398:1 (CR-V 9.530:1)
    9:30 MUST SEE: Regenerative braking gear operation
    10:20 Mode 2 - Engine Only Mode
    11:42 How the engine is connected to the countershaft
    14:00 MUST SEE: Overdrive clutch pack demonstration
    16:00 Overdrive gear to countershaft gear ratio = 54/67 = 0.8059:1
    17:00 Overdrive gear to final drive gear ratio = 2.757:1 (CR-V 3.129:1)
    18:18 Power Generation
    18:38 Input shaft gear to generation drive gear ratio = 39/76 = 0.513:1
    19:15 106kW Power generator rotor
    20:35 Final Assembly of parts - Parking Gear and Pawl
    22:04 Mode 3 - E-CVT Mode
    22:40 MUST SEE: Series Hybrid operation
    23:45 Wrap up
    ABOUT US
    Weber State University (WSU) Davis Campus - Automotive Technology Department - Advanced Vehicles Lab. A technical description and demonstration of the Honda E-Drive transaxle. We teach current vehicle technologies to our automotive students at Weber State University and online. For more information visit: www.weber.edu/automotive
    This video was created and edited by Professor John D. Kelly at WSU. For a full biography, see www.weber.edu/automotive/J_Kel...
    ADDITIONAL TRAINING FOR YOU
    Join us for hybrid and electric vehicle training with two online courses and in a 5-day on-campus boot camp with Professor John D. Kelly. See www.weber.edu/evtraining
    DONATE TO OUR DEPARTMENT
    Please consider a donation to the Department of Automotive Technology at Weber State University here: advancement.weber.edu/Automotive
    QUESTIONS FOR TEACHERS
    1. What is the name of the Mode-1 operation?
    2. What is the overall gear ratio from the 135 kW motor to the tires in Mode-1 on the CR-V Hybrid?
    3. What is an advantage of Mode-1 operation?
    4. What is the name of the Mode-2 operation?
    5. What transmission part enables Mode-2 operation?
    6. What is the overall gear ratio from the overdrive gear to the tires in Mode 2 on the CR-V Hybrid?
    7. What is an advantage of Mode-2 operation?
    8. What happens to the 106 kW generator during the mode-2 operation?
    9. What is the name of the Mode-3 operation?
    10. What is unique about the Mode-3 operation?
    11. What is an advantage of Mode-3 operation?

Komentáře • 1,6K

  • @minilogoguy18
    @minilogoguy18 Před 3 lety +201

    I'm a Honda master tech at a dealer and you actually explained it better than their own training material lol. I'm kinda not surprised though, the only transmissions they want us to even open and repair at the dealer are manuals, everything else we just swap and send the core back for remanufacturing.

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +11

      Thank you very much

    • @sredju
      @sredju Před rokem +3

      @@WeberAuto thank you sir.

    • @freddydee270
      @freddydee270 Před rokem +2

      Alex, what's your opinion on this drivetrain?
      Will it last 120k miles?

    • @daimonlevau7450
      @daimonlevau7450 Před 11 měsíci +5

      @@freddydee270I own one with 200k, no issues

    • @LoveLikeaHurricane
      @LoveLikeaHurricane Před 10 měsíci +2

      Do you need to change any CVT filters? Or it is a drain and flush transmission?

  • @Try01
    @Try01 Před 3 lety +280

    I've been watching your videos since 2014, the way you complete knock-down the parts, label them and do the demonstrations is out of this world. I hope you live long and health so that we could benefit from your knowledge in future car models

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +14

      Thank you very much

    • @SK.The-Machine-Designer
      @SK.The-Machine-Designer Před 3 lety +3

      i am the 100th 👍

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +2

      @@SK.The-Machine-Designer Thank you!

    • @gtibruce
      @gtibruce Před 3 lety +1

      @@WeberAuto This drive i believe is similar and in the new Honda Fit with the 1.5 engine or named Jazz here in the UK. Is there any reason if one wanted to uprate the engines power a bit with the usual tuning tweaks ; would there be any restrictions to it not being feasible as i cant see it would be in the way of the overdrive gear mode that you have explained?

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +1

      @@gtibruce Only the torque rating of the clutch pack. It may slip under a higher load.

  • @lights80088
    @lights80088 Před 3 lety +143

    If I would have had a teacher like you when I was in school, I would have received all A's. Great job.

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +11

      Thank you

    • @lights80088
      @lights80088 Před 3 lety +8

      Your welcome. I really enjoy your teaching, thank you.

    • @najatshareef741
      @najatshareef741 Před 3 lety +3

      @@WeberAuto your welcome. I really enjoyed your teaching, thank you .
      I live in Finland do you have a school here in Finland?

    • @a_student0
      @a_student0 Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks you 🌹💚
      I wish more teachers start teaching like you

    • @attilakhan4606
      @attilakhan4606 Před 3 lety

      @@WeberAuto Hello, I have a question. Is the e-cvt transmission used in this new 1.5 cc Honda Jazz exactly the same system as the e-cvt used in the 1.8 cc Toyota Corolla sedan or is it a different system? The reason why I asked this was they said that the risk of deterioration of the e-cvt system used in Corolla is less than the normal CVT. Do you think we will have problems with the e-cvt gearbox if we buy Jazz?

  • @johnmitchell8925
    @johnmitchell8925 Před 3 lety +62

    Im a retired master auto technician and i just love the way you put your videos together and how efficiently you explain things. Your a work of art thank you.In my opinion from what im learning about hondas hybrid systems they seem to be the most thought out and straight forward of the lot

  • @sanurshenoy5739
    @sanurshenoy5739 Před rokem +22

    Professor Kelly sir, You are unquestionably the best in describing how the various transaxles work. Very clear and articulate and not trying to impress the viewers. We are fortunate to have you. Please continue to do what you are doing and may God bless you with good health, piece of mind and enthusiasm for a long time!

  • @Liam40
    @Liam40 Před 3 lety +27

    This is bloody wicked! Not only is it actually a fairly simple transmission in contrast to even an automatic or manual (It's essentially just a drop gears in and run transmission, no shift forks or multiple clutch packs and planetary gearsets), but it also reminds me of my other daily driver, a locomotive. The engine turns the generator. The generator powers the motor. Absolutely fantastic.
    The way this is designed also seems fairly reliable, with only one set of clutch packs that really don't have to do much clutch work, and no real complex mechanisms at play. This really does seem like a plug and play motor/differential combo.
    The old saying "Keep it simple, stupid" (KISS) seems to apply here. So long as it's kept cool and lubricated, I really see this transmission lasting a long time.

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +5

      Good points, Thanks for watching

    • @Wilhem275
      @Wilhem275 Před rokem +4

      As a railfan AND petrolhead, when Honda presented this system many car pals were a bit confused, while it was immediately clear to me what it would have been like... and that's why I got one, so now I can drive a loco on the road 😀

    • @veden310
      @veden310 Před měsícem

      The only thing that confuses me is that the efficiency of diesel-electric engines is pretty low. Which is not very important for railways or ships, because the cost of transportation is still cheap.

  • @cooksautoworld
    @cooksautoworld Před rokem +8

    Can’t thank you enough for what you bring to the table at no cost to us here on CZcams. Very much appreciated sir.

  • @56KillerB
    @56KillerB Před rokem +11

    Professor Kelly, I've been driving EVs for over 25 years, and as an EE, I find your videos to be clear, concise and incredibly helpful in understanding what can be an incredibly complex and daunting subject area. I find myself sharing links to your videos multiple times a week on both Bolt and Clarity online fora that I belong to. From one teacher to another (I taught high school Physics and Chem for twenty years)...Bravo, sir. Bravo!

  • @robj2704
    @robj2704 Před 3 lety +22

    I have a 2019 Insight with this system. It's my first hybrid vehicle (I'm 73 years old). Being a mechanical minded person (grew up in my father's garage), I was so impressed with this technology when I went to the dealership to look at the car. Yes, there are other components that make up this entire drivetrain, but it's good to see this particular portion. I look forward to your sharing the inverter, computer, battery, (and other?) parts of the system.

  • @muhammadiqbalkf
    @muhammadiqbalkf Před 9 měsíci

    man i just love you for real, stumbling upon your videos randomly reaaaaally helps me to understand more about hybrid car’s transaxle. the way you explain all the components and its purposes are so clear and to the point. wishing you a very good health, and please educate us more professor.

  • @Liguritio
    @Liguritio Před 2 lety +1

    The sweetest thing about his videos is his always pleasant expressions and his methods of putting up the technology in the way commoners understands. Nice video and great person

  • @lenschuster8336
    @lenschuster8336 Před rokem +21

    I love your videos John. I recently purchased a 2023 Honda CR-V with the 4th generation hybrid system, and while it’s very similar to this it now offsets the two motors and added a low speed mechanical gear to allow for a tow rating. I certainly have no intentions of towing with this vehicle but I’d love for you to show exactly how that works. I’d also love to see any additional Honda hybrid vehicle videos you’d be willing to produce. I’m sure I don’t have to tell you this but you’re an exceptional educator.

    • @jh61
      @jh61 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Yes, I wonder how they get the Generator to spin at a nearly 2to1 ratio of the crankshaft speed when the electric motors are Offset.

  • @scotty6124
    @scotty6124 Před 2 lety +4

    Kudos for presenting this in an easy to understand, yet detailed way. It's really simpler than we think when you break it down like that. I just got a 2018 Accord Hybrid so I love learning whats going on in my engine.

  • @beejott
    @beejott Před 3 lety +5

    I have waited a long time for a serious professional description of the Honda i-MMD technology. Causal explanations (also for laypersons) of all operating states and their gear combinations. Thank you very much for this, Professor Kelly. (an honor for every student to be taught by you)....greetings from germany

  • @codym4717
    @codym4717 Před rokem

    Its nice to hear someone who knows what they are talking about teach us in detail. Thank you for putting this together.

  • @braddruehl6786
    @braddruehl6786 Před rokem +6

    Fascinating - thank you. You did a superb job of demonstrating how the Honda hybrid system works. Loved how you explained how all of the parts work together. I'm considering a new 2023 CR-V and this helps a lot.

  • @Aussie50InspiredDavidZ
    @Aussie50InspiredDavidZ Před 3 lety +76

    The legend is back!!!

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +7

      Thank you

    • @attilakhan4606
      @attilakhan4606 Před 3 lety +1

      @@WeberAuto I have a question. Is the e-cvt transmission used in this new 2021 model 1.5 cc Honda Jazz/FIT exactly the same system as the e-cvt used in the 2019 model 1.8 cc Toyota Corolla sedan or is it a different system? The reason why I asked this was they said that the risk of deterioration of the e-cvt system used in Corolla is less than the normal CVT. Do you think we will have problems with the e-cvt gearbox if we buy Jazz?

    • @mark-qi6di
      @mark-qi6di Před 2 lety +1

      @@attilakhan4606 my understanding is that the new Jazz/Fit also has the iMMT drive that is used here. The US don't get the new Jazz which is why he probably didn't include it in his list. I could be completely wrong.

  • @georgegould667
    @georgegould667 Před 2 lety +1

    Enjoyed your video , learned a lot , very interesting I was a industrial electrician for 46 years working on and troubleshooting many different kinds of motors and generators and controls, now retired and just bought a 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid . Thank you for the operation explanation of my Accord Hybrid.

  • @luvi_vs
    @luvi_vs Před rokem

    Hello Mr. Weber, just want to tell you that you might be the best teacher that I ever saw on CZcams so far. Thank you for the lesson!

  • @BenMitro
    @BenMitro Před 3 lety +6

    I absolutely love the clarity and detail of your descriptions of internal parts and assembly. This Honda system, removes the need for gears and shifting mechanisms for lower gear ratios commonly found in a transmission is pure genius. Thinking out of the box. Honda is redeeming themselves in my eyes since they went to sleep with the GFC!

  • @matthewbrightman3398
    @matthewbrightman3398 Před 3 lety +3

    I’ve watched a lot of yt videos, and this guy is second to none. I love my 2020 accord hybrid, and now i know why. Brilliant engineering. Instant acceleration at any speed, 45+ mpg without even trying.

  • @hossainalwasi
    @hossainalwasi Před 2 měsíci

    You are one of the finest teachers I have ever come across. I cannot believe this is free.
    Thank you.

  • @Edsecondstocomply
    @Edsecondstocomply Před 2 lety +2

    I just bought a 22 hybrid accord. I'm an enthusiast whose been wrenching on my own Hondas a long time. But this is my first hybrid. Thank you for helping me understand this drivetrain compared to all the traditional manual and automatic gear boxes I've touched before.

  • @SvcGlobal
    @SvcGlobal Před 3 lety +11

    Congrats for the new building! Outstanding transmission you just show us. Thank you Professor.

  • @telquad1953
    @telquad1953 Před 3 lety +3

    Professor, you are so easy to follow through the most complex mechanisms! Your preparation is superb.

  • @nickweatherton9821
    @nickweatherton9821 Před 2 lety

    You have a gift for teaching! I just bought an accord hybrid and just assumed that magic made it work. Now I have a really good baseline understanding of what’s going on. Thank you.

  • @s.j.5850
    @s.j.5850 Před rokem +1

    Fantastic video on how the Honda Hybrid motor/generator system works. It was the most in-depth view I have seen. For those of us that are interested in purchasing a Honda Hybrid vehicle it is incredibly informative, especially for the technicians & serious D.I.Y. ers.

  • @sisyphe8316
    @sisyphe8316 Před 3 lety +4

    Your channel has been suggested to me by my e-mobility professor in Turin, really fantastic videos for a passionate automotive engineer. Thanks for your work from Italy.

    • @MarioDallaRiva
      @MarioDallaRiva Před 3 lety +1

      Saluti da Canada 👋🏻. Spero che stiate bene con questo maledetto virus. Ciao

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +2

      Thank you very much

  • @trevorsmith9684
    @trevorsmith9684 Před 2 lety +5

    Have purchased the new Jazz (UK) with this transmission and this is a superb demonstration on how it works - many thanks. It should be compulsory viewing for all of those car reviewers that tell us this transmission system is a CVT (as in a 2 pulley system) because that is what it sounds like if you put your foot down. Probably partly due to Honda calling it an E-CVT

  • @vadimtres
    @vadimtres Před 3 lety +2

    Every time I want to see something done right, I just run any of you videos. Thank you for the effort invested and shared with world!

  • @rutornnopakun7198
    @rutornnopakun7198 Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent explanation! I never thought I would understand the system. Your explanation has clarified everything. What a great teacher you are. Thank you!

  • @AlexRuark
    @AlexRuark Před 3 lety +11

    John I gotta tell you, I love these videos! As an ASE master tech and shop owner is always nice to brush up on the new stuff! Also it's just fascinating!

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +4

      That is awesome. Thank you

    • @AlexRuark
      @AlexRuark Před 3 lety +2

      @@WeberAuto after watching your Prius transaxle video I now have two of them! No wear components in a transmission? Sign me up! I've replaced several cells in the batteries and had an all around good time tinkering on them. Now stop talking about Chevy bolts or I'm going to go make a $15,000 mistake!!!

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +5

      LOL. Okay. I have many other brands and systems in the lineup coming soon.

  • @GoofballFlyer
    @GoofballFlyer Před 3 lety +30

    WOW, I have been trying to find a video that actually explains how my 2019 Insight's drive systems works. You did it! No schematics or plastic models. Genius, you have the real parts and show how it really all fits together. THANKS!

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +4

      Glad you liked it!

    • @attilakhan4606
      @attilakhan4606 Před 3 lety +1

      @@WeberAuto Hey guys I have a question. Is the e-cvt transmission used in this new 2021 model 1.5 cc Honda Jazz/FIT exactly the same system as the e-cvt used in the 2019 model 1.8 cc Toyota Corolla sedan or is it a different system? The reason why I asked this was they said that the risk of deterioration of the e-cvt system used in Corolla is less than the normal CVT. Do you think we will have problems with the e-cvt gearbox if we buy Jazz?

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety

      @@attilakhan4606 It is not the same system, but it is a good system.

    • @attilakhan4606
      @attilakhan4606 Před 3 lety

      @@WeberAuto which is stronger, longer life and must be bought is what i need to know actually i will buy as per your suggestion. I mean i ask the smooth one.

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +1

      @@attilakhan4606 They are both equally good and strong. This Honda system has been around since 2014, the Toyota system has been around since 1998.

  • @DatNguyen-sh8fv
    @DatNguyen-sh8fv Před rokem

    watched several videos explaining the new Honda Hybrid system, this is the best so far. Now by understanding my accord hybrid, I can operate it more efficiency. Thank you so much!

  • @disgruntledfaerie
    @disgruntledfaerie Před 3 lety +2

    I just wanted to thank you for doing these videos. Your ability to clearly explain complex mechanisms is matched only by your technical rigor. Kudos.

  • @jayb8439
    @jayb8439 Před 3 lety +11

    At a time when things are falling apart for some years now my honda is the most reliable thing in my life

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for watching

    • @alexrosado3890
      @alexrosado3890 Před 3 lety

      It's nice when at you can count on at least one thing in life

  • @ronaldderooij1774
    @ronaldderooij1774 Před 3 lety +6

    I had a short drive in a 2020 Honda Jazz Hybrid. I could not figure out what the vehicle was doing in that short time. But it drove SMOOTHLY! I was amazed at how smooth that thing drove.

  • @fireblade31967
    @fireblade31967 Před 2 lety +1

    This is the only video after which I actually understood how an eCVT works. Thanks a lot Professor. you are awesome!!!!

  • @pierre4246
    @pierre4246 Před 3 lety +1

    I watched this video back to back with the Toyota hybrid transaxle video. I learned so much! Visualizing all the components in action is really helpful. Thanks so much!

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety

      Thank you very much. I’m glad it was helpful

  • @kyosunlee
    @kyosunlee Před 3 lety +5

    This is a great explanation on their hybrid and it helps my understanding as he shows actual real parts with his great detail verbal explanation! Thanks!

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

  • @bobsykes
    @bobsykes Před 3 lety +4

    Awesome! I drive a Clarity plug-in hybrid, and I've never seen the way it operates explained as completely as this.

  • @howardparker6342
    @howardparker6342 Před 3 lety +2

    Absolutely brilliant design. I have a 2021 CRV hybrid and this explains magnificently how it works. The transitions between EV-Hybrid-Engine modes are seamless. The capacities of generator and motor are perfectly adequate for good overall performance. Looking forward to more videos. Thank you.

  • @Bryndeamer
    @Bryndeamer Před rokem +1

    As the husband of an owner of a 2018 Honda Clarity who usually messes around mecahnically with things like 1974 VW bugs, or 1989 Dodge B250 V8's I was fascinated to get some understanding of what is happening under the hood of my wife's Clarity! In Sport mode it really jumps off the start, and I can see why now with some 180+HP at its diposal. Thanks fro the clarity and explaination and demonstration! Great job.

  • @ArodPR
    @ArodPR Před 3 lety +4

    Allways nice to see a video explaining every detail.

  • @Wildstar40
    @Wildstar40 Před 3 lety +32

    We need to see the wiring harness that connects the motor and the generator.
    You got a good channel here. Very informative. Thank You.

  • @ednovak2224
    @ednovak2224 Před 5 měsíci

    Thanks for an amazing primer on the Honda ECVT transazle. I've always wondered how it worked but had not found a clear description in laymans' terms until seeing yours. I appreciate the effort that goes into this type of analysis and discussion and want to express my thanks for it. Regards, Ed

  • @keithsanders6554
    @keithsanders6554 Před rokem

    I have today ordered a UK Civic e-HEV so your clear explanation is timely. Thank you very much.

  • @MarioDallaRiva
    @MarioDallaRiva Před 3 lety +3

    Congrats, professore on the new digs!
    I’ve been re-watching your Bolt deep dives this past week every night. My wife thinks I’m nuts.
    Great content. The coolant has given me a craving for orange crush!

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety

      That is awesome! Thank you

    • @MarioDallaRiva
      @MarioDallaRiva Před 3 lety +1

      I have to tell you, your work has raised my interest in replacing my BMW ICE vehicle with an EV.
      I love the simplicity, efficiency and performance of an all electric. The upcoming VW ID.4 looks great as the RWD driving dynamics and quality construction looks to be top notch. Plus they’ll be constructed in Chattanooga plant, USA.

  • @gweebs824
    @gweebs824 Před 3 lety +5

    These videos ROCK! glad to see you back!

  • @GraemeRobinson
    @GraemeRobinson Před rokem

    wonderful to have these eCVT systems explained in such clear fashion.

  • @sudiptakiran
    @sudiptakiran Před rokem +2

    I have a Honda City e:HEV and your explanations are brilliant even for a lay person!!

  • @sajanaabeywardana9725
    @sajanaabeywardana9725 Před 3 lety +4

    Another great demonstration professor! It's happy to see interesting videos like this. Keep it up. God bless you!

  • @timbrown9731
    @timbrown9731 Před 3 lety +14

    My cousin was one of the engineers on I believe this drivetrain and the Honda collision mitigation system !

  • @siddheshwarswami3512
    @siddheshwarswami3512 Před 3 lety +1

    Professor, I never seen like you person so humble and honest to educate people such niche skills. That too so easily hats of to you Professor. Please keep doing your great work to teach us. Wish you good health and strength! Stay blessed!!

  • @KoolarzObwarzan
    @KoolarzObwarzan Před 3 lety +4

    Mr. John Kelly, when I watch your movies, I dream to go back to school and start my education again... with you! Thank You for that wonderful feeling. Greetings from Poland.

  • @mvcnj9700
    @mvcnj9700 Před 3 lety +1

    Marvellous! This is the best explanation about the Honda's e-CVT. Looking forward to more videos - especially anything about electric drive trains that is about to revolutionize the world.
    You are indeed a gifted teacher. Your students are blessed.

  • @human_brian
    @human_brian Před 3 lety +3

    Congrats on the new building and what an excellent breakdown of the new Honda system. It seems Honda hasn't been as asleep as they appear to be when it comes to electric vehicles in recent years. Thank you and I look forward to learning much more in the years to come.

  • @1DerfulSniping
    @1DerfulSniping Před 3 lety +3

    Thanks for breaking this down Professor Kelly, very professional and very informative.

  • @paikkan
    @paikkan Před 3 lety +1

    Estimado Señor Profesor Kelly, soy un apasionado de la mecánica, he encontrado sus videos y me regocijo con sus explicaciones claras y con los materiales a la mano. "una imagen vale por mil palabras" dice un dicho pero Ud. le agrega su sapiencia y don para la docencia.
    Sus explicaciones pausadas y su excelente dicción en ingles técnico facilitan la comprensión de sus clases.
    Lo saluda atentamente un "alumno oyente" desde Argentina.
    Muchas gracias !!!.

  • @andrewtoombs3867
    @andrewtoombs3867 Před rokem +1

    I totally love listening to this guy, his speach and thought into the .... What is being describe (for how simple/complicated it is) The Speaker is totally Awesome ... I wish There be more teachers like this guy

  • @darshan_9
    @darshan_9 Před 3 lety +5

    Finally someone explained in depth about Hybrid from Honda after Alex from Alex on Auto gave overview of this Hybrid system few months ago.
    Thanks a lot professor.
    Waiting for another video of electric components of this engine.

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! More to come soon

    • @jaysiekmann3265
      @jaysiekmann3265 Před 3 lety

      I have been interested in this system since I first saw Alex's explanation years ago . . : )

  • @The8BitGuy
    @The8BitGuy Před 3 lety +81

    I'm curious if this system is technically better than the the way Toyota and GM does it with the Volt? It seems like they were able to get away with smaller motor/generators because they can lock them together for more power. So it seems like Honda's might be less cost effective.

    • @RicardoBrion
      @RicardoBrion Před 3 lety +21

      I think so, Toyota system its cheaper to manufacture. But this system allow to not power on termical motor ( with or without gas injection) when you drive more than 70kmh to limit MG1 overspeed , that reduces car efficiency . Also Toyota dont want clutches , only thinks on simplicity.

    • @g1981c
      @g1981c Před 3 lety +20

      Toyota system is better. Honda is fast off the line but runs out of steam at high speed. Clarity PHEV has no passing power at all. Honda system has a real world power of only 180 hp. Toyota puts down 220 to 300 hp in the latest models. Honda needs to scrap this system IMO like they scrapped the IMA.

    • @RicardoBrion
      @RicardoBrion Před 3 lety +7

      @@g1981c really performance of Toyotas are a level up fron Honda and Mitsibishi, accel times are better with a 20 years old design!!!!!!

    • @mobilcams
      @mobilcams Před 3 lety +30

      @@RicardoBrion Honda has better 0-60 times, Insight 0-60 7.6 seconds, Prius and Corolla 9-10 seconds.

    • @RicardoBrion
      @RicardoBrion Před 3 lety +1

      @@mobilcams Sorry, i was thinking in RAV4 Hybrid was faster than Honda HRv Hybrid

  • @noahrezentes
    @noahrezentes Před 3 lety +2

    Not sure why this was recommended, but I watched the whole thing. Fascinating! You made it real easy to understand.

  • @JJ-iw7nh
    @JJ-iw7nh Před 3 lety +2

    Love this channel. Thank you for putting out these highly detailed and informative videos. Never stop learning.

  • @stever2074
    @stever2074 Před 3 lety +9

    Thank you! This is absolutely splendid. The only clear explanation I’ve found of how the Honda hybrid system works. Seeing the disassembly/reassembly sequences really helped clarify operations-especially for the E-CVT mode. A++

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you very much

    • @brianb-p6586
      @brianb-p6586 Před rokem

      Keep in mind that this is i-MMD; there are at least two other Honda hybrid systems.

  • @billmccroskey4595
    @billmccroskey4595 Před 3 lety +3

    I drive a 2017 Accord Hybrid. This is the best and clearest explanation of the system (including Honda ads and literature) I have seen or read. I have looked and read much about this system and your tutorial here is hands down the best, many times over I have found. Thank you for your effort.

  • @tonyroberts7354
    @tonyroberts7354 Před rokem +2

    Thank you for this, it's the best explanation I've seen yet. While I loved my 2016 CRV I hated the feel of the CVT transmission. After driving the 2023 CRV Hybrid I can confirm an improved driving experience so I have ordered one with a delivery date of April-May here in Canada. I was not used to seeing published fuel economy numbers that were better in the city than on the highway and now I also understand why as well.

  • @aldosansone8104
    @aldosansone8104 Před měsícem +1

    Thank's you very much !!! Your explanation gives a real vision of Honda full hybrid concepts. I'm a Nuclear Physic and a serial repairman from birth, wanted to understand this mechanical funcionality.

  • @gp2003gt
    @gp2003gt Před 3 lety +5

    Thank you very much for sharing, I have a Honda Clarity PHEV, I Love my car, now I know a little more about it.

  • @leesonneville1817
    @leesonneville1817 Před 3 lety +12

    18:00 I believe on my 2020 Insight the engine can clutch in around 50 mph, maybe as low as 45, but disengages at 82-83. It's interesting how it can increase the load on the engine while clutched in to charge the battery without affecting vehicle speed, and then if you need to accelerate or encounter a hill it will reverse the flow of power and use the electric assist. It's so seamless.
    I've also noticed that just before the engine clutches in (engages), the engine speed changes to match with the wheel speed so that the engagement is so smooth you can't even feel it at all.
    One other bit of wizardry: when coming down a long steep hill, the battery will charge completely. But in order to continue giving you engine braking, what it appears to do is use the power created by the regenerative braking to spin the engine up ro create drag. If you use the paddle shifter to increase the coast regen effect it will immediately rev the engine higher.
    Oh one last thing the Insight uses the same system as the other vehicles but the power output of the electric motor is reduced.
    Anyway, cool video. I guessed that's how it all worked but never found anything on Honda's website that spelled it all out.

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety

      Awesome information, thank you for sharing

    • @quiet-cheese
      @quiet-cheese Před 2 lety

      My experience with Clarity seems matching yours. The engine can clutch in around 50 mph. What i also noticed is that it can run to top speed (100 mph) with EV only, a bit higher than the 87 mph mentioned in this video.
      Speaking of the wizardry, I experienced it with Clarity as well, although sometimes that behavior drives me crazy :D. I encountered many times when my car is fully charged, and expecting my full drive be in EV mode, but the engine will kicks in as I encounter the first stop sign on my way, and it will keep running pretty much the whole time for my short drive (it probably wants the engine/catalytic converter to warm up before it shut the engine down). which somehow really defeats the purpose of PHEV :D

    • @hackney7106
      @hackney7106 Před rokem

      Fascinating!Thx for that explanation.I have just purchased a Honda HRV Hybrid(Australia).👍👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🦘🦘🦘🦘

  • @MegawattKS
    @MegawattKS Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you, thank you, thank you. I love your videos. With this latest one, I can now see what's inside the transaxle of my Clarity PHEV. Before, it was just drawings in articles or the Honda site. With your videos, I can finally see it for real and I've learned a ton ! Thanks for all your work on this !

  • @shawn576
    @shawn576 Před rokem

    Thanks for making these videos. The electrical part of a hybrid system seems simple but these mechanical systems almost seem magical.

  • @AllooshO
    @AllooshO Před 3 lety +5

    Much appreciated, great effort and well explained. I think this is such a great design compared to the standard hybrids , and it's more of a transition toward electrifying Honda vehicles moving forward

  • @Wynken_Blynken_and_Nod
    @Wynken_Blynken_and_Nod Před 3 lety +11

    Such tech could not be better explained. Great work!

  • @hondaredrdr
    @hondaredrdr Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for taking the time to put this video together for us! Very cool transaxle.

  • @williemammoth11
    @williemammoth11 Před 2 lety

    I just bought a 2022 CR-V hybrid and really appreciated this tech deep-dive thank you!

  • @AllynWrench
    @AllynWrench Před 3 lety +20

    10:30 I totally thought you were going to make a Back to the Future reference. "When you hit 88 mph, you're going to see some serious shit!"

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +2

      LOL

    • @cafezila
      @cafezila Před 3 lety

      Sure,we’ll walk through automotive technology with professor !!

  • @salahayoubi1491
    @salahayoubi1491 Před 3 lety +4

    When I watch your videos, it 's like eating a delicious cake. I enjoy it very much.
    Thanks a lot

  • @bakreabhi
    @bakreabhi Před 3 lety +2

    You are a fantastic teacher! For a non-engineer like me, this was so easy to understand. Thank you !

  • @_BangDroid_
    @_BangDroid_ Před 3 lety +1

    I love watching passionate and knowledgeable people share information

  • @elcheapo5302
    @elcheapo5302 Před 3 lety +55

    Speed limited to 87mph. Because we all know what happens at 88mph! 😂 Thanks, Professor!

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +12

      Lol, yes we do!

    • @dimasv22
      @dimasv22 Před 3 lety +2

      so,what happens at 88mph?

    • @CED99
      @CED99 Před 3 lety +11

      @@dimasv22 Great Scott how do you not know Marty?

    • @Junkers024
      @Junkers024 Před 3 lety +4

      great scott ! / thats heavy,,,

    • @gcburkett
      @gcburkett Před 3 lety +7

      @@dimasv22 I have had my 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid above 88mph briefly. I think its pretty running on direct drive of the engine at that point. If I read the final engine to wheel ratio correctly as 2.757:1 then 2206 RPM should get 60mph with an 800 revs/mile tire. It can be very quick of the line in sport mode. It does get really good fuel economy driving locally as long as the weather is not too cold.

  • @middlecovemotors2474
    @middlecovemotors2474 Před 3 lety +7

    The one thumbs down is the bloke that pulled one of these down BEFORE watching John explain it in detail.

  • @martin8rice
    @martin8rice Před 12 dny +1

    Wow, thanks so much for your demonstration. Now I understand how Honda have built the transmission/ motor assembly without a 'gearbox'. A very tech subject explained brilliantly. Thank you

  • @mfantz5362
    @mfantz5362 Před 3 lety +1

    Congrats for superb didactic ability and speech clarity. So easy to follow, comfortable to hear. A gift for a no-native english speaker abroad. Bravo !!

  • @WaseemMian1
    @WaseemMian1 Před 3 lety +4

    If I got a teacher like this back in my school days, I will driving a Rocket proportion engine drive at mars.
    Amazing teacher you are....

  • @bobflannagan7262
    @bobflannagan7262 Před 3 lety +6

    Professor Kelly, mother's milk to engineer could-have-beens like me. Thank you. And welcome back. Bless you.

  • @jamesterrill1938
    @jamesterrill1938 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank YOU Dr. Weber, a very interesting video. No one is able to explain these systiems better than you. I wish I could have had you to teach me when I was in college. (50 years ago).

  • @BobWilson84
    @BobWilson84 Před 3 lety +2

    This is a great explanation and it's clear that you are a natural teacher. I just bought a 21 insight, and the mechanical part of my brain was working OT to figure out how it works, this video answered all my questions and more. It's pretty cool to think the engine is direct drive to the gear train with no fluid coupling etc. Just that simple motorcycle-esq wet clutch pack to bring the engine in or out of the picture. Thanks for the time you invested into this awesome video.

  • @dormidont128
    @dormidont128 Před 3 lety +6

    Спасибо, за интересное видео! )

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +4

      Спасибо за просмотр

  • @V10PDTDI
    @V10PDTDI Před 3 lety +5

    I too thought that it was a great design it simplifies the automatic part of the equation compared to a CVT or a Dual clutch or torque converter transmission and it lets the engine turn in the best rpm for Fuel economy or power I had a idea how it worked but seeing the internal components surely make it way easier to understand . It looks like the motor/Generator and generator are cool with the gear box oil and it must have a heat exchanger with the engine cooling system. Thanks for showing us the set up I wish you would do a show and tell of the new building that would be interesting to see.

    • @WeberAuto
      @WeberAuto  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you, that is a great idea

    • @mobilcams
      @mobilcams Před 3 lety +3

      You are correct, there is a heat exchanger that sits in front of the radiator, it is only about 5 inches tall. There is a second (much smaller) heat exchanger used to cool the inverter that uses coolant that is small in comparison that sits off to the side on the Honda insight.

  • @MrWilliam.Stewart
    @MrWilliam.Stewart Před 3 lety +2

    Yessssss, another great clarification of sophistication.
    One of the best teachers in the world.

  • @toobalicious
    @toobalicious Před 3 lety +1

    What a great, informative video! Thanks for taking the time to put this together and helping me to understand the Honda Hybrid e-Drive system!

  • @jsudarsan
    @jsudarsan Před 3 lety +5

    Damn, that motor is so compact.

  • @jamestkirk1631
    @jamestkirk1631 Před 3 lety +4

    In one of your future videos, I'd enjoy it if you would expand on the efficiency of EV Mode vs. Internal Combustion Engine at speeds > 62 MPH. It would be interesting to see a deeper discussion of that inflection point.

  • @dougdanzeisen9608
    @dougdanzeisen9608 Před měsícem

    Quite fascinating explanation of the thought and engineering. I love how clearly you explain the concepts, makes it easy to wrap your head around it and project to what might be some of the weaknesses and strengths of the engineering and service sides.

  • @mcghanconcrete
    @mcghanconcrete Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you for doing this video . I have been very curious about the inner workings of the Honda ECVT sense I bought my 2019 Insight . Very well done .You have answered all of my questions .

  • @janmikolas8868
    @janmikolas8868 Před 3 lety +4

    first moment I thought this man is Hank from Breaking bad

  • @Martinsp16
    @Martinsp16 Před 3 lety +11

    Xmss is early this year ❤️

  • @tedantares2751
    @tedantares2751 Před rokem +1

    This transmission is ingenious! thanks for a very detailed explanation!

  • @oscaresquivel8955
    @oscaresquivel8955 Před 3 lety +2

    Another great video! Thanks professor Kelly for sharing your knowledge. I consider you one of the greatest youtube teachers by far!!