A solution for converting the propulsion system of light truck

https://doi.org/10.31130/ud-jst.2025.23(6A).539E

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  • Minh Duc Le
    The University of Danang - University of Science and Technology, Vietnam
    Van Nam Tran
    The University of Danang - University of Science and Technology, Vietnam
    Van Phuc Nguyen
    The University of Danang - University of Science and Technology, Vietnam
    Cong Tin Le
    The University of Danang - University of Science and Technology, Vietnam
    Quang Trung Nguyen
    The University of Danang - University of Science and Technology, Vietnam

Keywords:

Powertrain
HEVs Architecture
Serial Hybrid
Energy
Environment

Abstract

This study presents a powertrain conversion solution based on the Thaco Frontier light truck. The electric hybrid architecture includes series HEV, parallel HEV, and series-parallel HEV. The analyzed results show that the series HEV model is the best option to meet environmental and energy goals. It also meets the current technical requirements and resource limits of the Thaco Frontier truck. The KIA Frontier powertrain was converted into a series HEV powertrain for 4 basic operating modes, i.e., Battery-operated mode, Battery charging mode, and Hybrid driving mode. The electric motor is 80 kW. It matches the powertrain and the traction capacity of the original vehicle. The energy storage capacity is 67.5 kWh, which is suitable for a travel distance of 175 km.

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Jun 30, 2025
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Le, M. D., V. N. Tran, V. P. Nguyen, C. T. Le, and Q. T. Nguyen. “A Solution for Converting the Propulsion System of Light Truck”. The University of Danang - Journal of Science and Technology, vol. 23, no. 6A, June 2025, pp. 7-13, doi:10.31130/ud-jst.2025.23(6A).539E.

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