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Old 12-31-2015, 09:35 AM   #8 (permalink)
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IIRC it's the so-called BAS-Hybrid, which has a higher-voltage alternator and two starters. One of these starters is actually meant to work as a traction motor and assist the gasser engine, thus the system is currently named eAssist.


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Originally Posted by Gasoline Fumes View Post
I don't know about the Impala, but both the VW Golf and Volvo V40 I drove in Finland didn't shut off until fully stopped.
Shutting off while decelerating could become potentially dangerous, and increase brake wear as it wouldn't allow engine-braking while driving downhill.
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