SSbaby
September 28th, 2007, 02:27 PM
The VE Ute debut's new PCM hardware and software. :eek:
Revealed on the VE Ute launch was the fact that the VE Commodore's computer hardware has already been upgraded along with new software. As part of an ongoing process to meet new Euro IV requirements in mid-2008 and growing export programs, Holden has been forced to upgrade the electronics in the VE and related models.
New long-wheelbase export programs are demanding additional luxury features not seen in the Australian versions. Along with an integrated satellite navigation system required for export markets and maturing local market demands, the VE has not been allowed to rest on its laurels.
Other new demands under the bonnet are perhaps of more interest to Australians. Already, imported engines fitted to the VE are engineered for Active Fuel Management. AFM is GM's latest version of 'displacement on demand', which sees the engine shut down a number of cylinders when at low load or idling.
In local applications, this feature has yet to be introduced but it is only a matter of time before it will be required in the VE's engines. And if not locally, certainly in export markets to meet new fuel consumption benchmarks.
The AFM feature requires extra computer power that must be carefully calibrated for each engine and local traffic conditions. It would make sense to integrate these calibrations and any hardware changes with other changes dictated by Australia's switch to Euro IV emissions requirements in 2008.
This will also provide Holden an opportunity to upgrade its V6 engine, which in base form is the VE Achilles' Heel.
Chevrolet already offers a 3.9-litre V6 with AFM in the US. HSV will probably use the same timing and processes to upgrade its LS2 6.0-litre engines to the LS3 6.2-litre unit just announced for the 2008 Corvette.
http://www.carpoint.com.au/car-review/2817986.aspx ______
Revealed on the VE Ute launch was the fact that the VE Commodore's computer hardware has already been upgraded along with new software. As part of an ongoing process to meet new Euro IV requirements in mid-2008 and growing export programs, Holden has been forced to upgrade the electronics in the VE and related models.
New long-wheelbase export programs are demanding additional luxury features not seen in the Australian versions. Along with an integrated satellite navigation system required for export markets and maturing local market demands, the VE has not been allowed to rest on its laurels.
Other new demands under the bonnet are perhaps of more interest to Australians. Already, imported engines fitted to the VE are engineered for Active Fuel Management. AFM is GM's latest version of 'displacement on demand', which sees the engine shut down a number of cylinders when at low load or idling.
In local applications, this feature has yet to be introduced but it is only a matter of time before it will be required in the VE's engines. And if not locally, certainly in export markets to meet new fuel consumption benchmarks.
The AFM feature requires extra computer power that must be carefully calibrated for each engine and local traffic conditions. It would make sense to integrate these calibrations and any hardware changes with other changes dictated by Australia's switch to Euro IV emissions requirements in 2008.
This will also provide Holden an opportunity to upgrade its V6 engine, which in base form is the VE Achilles' Heel.
Chevrolet already offers a 3.9-litre V6 with AFM in the US. HSV will probably use the same timing and processes to upgrade its LS2 6.0-litre engines to the LS3 6.2-litre unit just announced for the 2008 Corvette.
http://www.carpoint.com.au/car-review/2817986.aspx ______