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Old 09-24-2008, 03:42 AM   #39 (permalink)
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Re: IL Corrects Volt Story: Batteries Will NOT Charge When Driving

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Originally Posted by edsuski View Post
Charging the batteries with a 30% efficient internal combustion engine makes no sense.
Well, how much sense does it make using a 30% efficient ICE to drive the generator? How efficient is that?

What type of mileage can be expected when powered by the ICE as many trips could well be over 40 miles?
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