KersTech^TM is a parallel hybrid electric propulsion system incorporating a high efficiency Kinetic Energy Regeneration System (KERS), commonly called “regenerative braking”, that is particularly suited to heavy Diesel engined vehicles which typically represent large capital expenditures, are costly to operate and have long service lives.

Hybrid-Electric vehicles are most fuel efficient in urban-type frequent stop and start driving conditions where electric-powered starting and acceleration propulsion assists or replaces the diesel engine's inefficient lower speed operating range, while frequent braking and slowing events provide multiple energy recovery opportunities.

 
Heavier vehicles benefit most from a hybrid conversion that, together with reduced fuel consumption and exhaust emissions, reduces brake pad/lining wear because a large proportion of the vehicle's kinetic energy that is normally dissipated as brake friction heat passes through the recovery system for conversion to electric energy.

KersTech’s patent pending mechanical architecture enables very low height, large diameter, flat-format electric or hydraulic motors to be located post-transmission in the host vehicle’s driveline via a patent pending integrated 90° gearbox configuration, without chassis or frame modifications. This permits optimum use of limited under-body and driveline space, enabling simplified and affordable hybrid conversion. The large diameter motor provides higher efficiency and greater torque without multiple-ratio reduction gearing, minimizing cost, weight and complexity. The KersTech electric-hybrid retrofit uses plug-in battery re-charging to maximize operating range.

The KersTech's patent pending autonomous hybrid controller technology enables fast, non-invasive installation & optimal energy efficiency in all operating conditions.