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Presumably the big different is that 200 years ago you did not have decent batteries and electric motors.
by PhilWright 10y ago
Presumably the big different is that 200 years ago you did not have decent batteries and electric motors.
- usrusr 10y agoI'm really surprised by how little attention this key fact is getting. The best engine for a range extender duty is very different from the best engine for direct drive, internal combustion or not.
- sintaxi 10y agobut is it worth the extra weight and complexity of a second engine and fuel source?
- dsfyu404ed 10y agoThe answer at present appears to be "yes, unless your use case allows frequent recharging" (such as an EV commuter car/grocery getter, alternate transportation available for long trips, no likely situation where unplanned long trip would be necessary) or there's large financial incentives to ditch the engine (i.e. taxpayers paying people for the inconvenience).