Automotive technology is playing a pivotal role in creating a more interconnected world where vehicles can seamlessly communicate with each other, to pedestrians, and the infrastructure surrounding it.

With matters accelerating in such a fashion, it pays to be in the driving seat when it comes to knowledge about the language of autotech. Maria Carrisa Sanchez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, is on hand to help and presents this quick glossary of 63 key concepts.

• Featured definition from the glossary:

  Kinetic energy recovery system

  Shortened to KERS, this is a system that recovers and stores the kinetic energy generated during braking operations. It is commonly employed in hybrid and electric vehicles to enhance overall efficiency by utilizing energy that would otherwise be lost as heat.

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