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Old 08-14-2016, 12:16 AM   #141 (permalink)
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Wait did I read that correctly...You can run a/c all night while camping? How does that work?.. does the petrol engine start automatically and recharge the batteries during the night?
If you'r so inclined, yes. A few people on Priuschat have tried it and report the engine runs 3-5 minutes every half hour or so.

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