The latest edition includes more experimental data and expands upon the topics of inverter, pulse width modulation methods, loss minimizing control, and vehicle dynamics. Various EV motor design issues are also reviewed, while comparing typical types of PMSMs.

This new edition featuares up-to-date information on vehicle technology. Seven chapters have been completely re-written and two new chapters on fuel injection and induction manifold design have been added. Three major sections focus on the following: The Engine, The Transmission, and The Carriage Unit.