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Old 07-12-2013, 06:48 PM   #195 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by RedDevil View Post
Even if the charging plug position or protocol prohibits charging while you drive, it could recharge the EV's batteries at any stop, anywhere, at the max rate both packs allow for. You'd have to stop after a few hours drive anyway, just to get some rest etc.
Having to stop to charge mostly defeats the purpose of having the generator in the first place. If I stop for any extended length of time, I'm plugging in. A generator capable of charging at max rates would be heavy.

I envision carrying a generator no more than 350lbs on something like this:



Eliminating the trailer makes the car a little easier to handle, and cuts down on the rolling resistance of having more tires. Plus having it immediately behind the vehicle mostly eliminates the aero drag.
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