EVs, hybrids and aftercare 47 www.aftermarketonline.net MARCH 2025 As electric and hybrid vehicles sales continue to grow, the aftermarket sector is evolving to meet the complex demands of servicing these advanced vehicles. Castrol is taking the lead with innovative, EV-specific fluids that offer cutting-edge specifications that cover a wide vehicle-parc. As the market continues to advance at increasing speeds, bolstered by the introduction of new car manufacturers that offer a range of different vehicles, garages can often be overwhelmed when finding the right products. That is why Castrol is empowering workshops and technicians with the tools they need to stay ahead through a revamped online product finder, which provides an online hub that both workshops and customers can rely on. The launch of Castrol ON EV Transmission Fluids W2 and W5 marks a significant leap forward in aftercare solutions for EVs, with these high-performance synthetic fluids being designed to address the specific challenges of wet e-motors. Castrol’s new fully synthetic, low-viscosity formulations have been specifically developed to deliver low electrical conductivity and enhanced system protection, helping the e-motor run at cooler temperatures and at optimal efficiency. Both products have been designed and tested to handle the high torque outputs that EV motors can generate, even from low speeds. Castrol’s ON EV Transmission Fluid range is tailored to meet the specifications of leading automakers. The range builds on the success of fluids introduced in 2022. Castrol’s first dedicated products for EVs in aftersales, these fully synthetic fluids are suitable for many EVs that operate powertrains with dry e-motors, offering high levels of gear and bearing protection. Meanwhile, Castrol has relaunched its online product finder to streamline the identification and purchase of lubricants, fluids and coolants for specific vehicles such as EVs. This enhanced tool, available on the Castrol website and compatible with a range of devices, is designed to make finding the right product for any given vehicle more intuitive and efficient. Visit https://www. castrol.com/en_gb/unitedkingdom/home/productfinder.html for details. Castrol advances EV Ꭿ XLGV DQG DIWHUFDUH VROXWLRQV than a typical AC loop and these systems are crucial for an electric car’s mobility, range, battery, charging and driving comfort. “Although there are many components within these thermal management systems, one of the central products is the condenser, because a fault with this part of the system can potentially render the vehicle immobile or least impact its comfort or battery cooling efficiency.” Coupled with the fact that they are mounted where they can gain the greatest air flow, which means they are also exposed to the elements — road spray, debris and salt — they are among the components most likely to be struck by corrosion, Zieleskiewicz said. “As a result, whenever an NEV enters the workshop, it would be wise to instruct technicians to make a visual inspection of the system, paying particular attention to the condition of the condenser. “Useful tips include inspection of the condenser’s surface, joints, and couplings. Pay particular attention to the bottom part of the condenser, where tubes and fins are mostly exposed to humidity and aggressive salt spray. If there are any signs of leakage or missing/ damaged fins, replace the condenser.” Never ignore soiling and debris that may cover the condenser surface — remove if possible or gently clean the surface. Never use pressure cleaners on the fragile condenser surface. Stubborn soiling that is difficult to remove should result in condenser replacement. In addition, eliminate sources of abnormal soiling on the condenser surface and repair any refrigerant leaks from the couplings. Should the condenser need to be replaced, so should the expansion valve. Irrespective of the need for the replacement of any of the system’s components, the cooling fan should also be checked. Nissens Automotive’s NEV parts now comprise almost 1,000 items for the most popular applications and cater for more than 4,000 OE part numbers. Visit www.nissens.com/ nev to learn more.
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