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[–] 1 point 2 years ago (1 child)

Is it wholly isolated or can it in fact power acceleration in certain cases like other famous examples often have? Chevy Volt, etc.

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  • [–] 6 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

    The gas engine is not attached to the drivetrain but a generator. It's effectively an electric car with a generator in the trunk.

    It's not a bad thing necessarily. Gas engine can be highly efficient when working this way.

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