Series hybrid - range extender engine

[bwilson4web]

proActive Issue 34

Lotus has decided to offer a range extender for series hybrid vehicles. Take an ordinary EV and install their 35 kW generator set to provide recharge when a series hybrid needs more range:

• gasoline engine - they didn't choose diesel and the article explains why
• 35 kW - certainly enough for sustained cruise for a Prius sized vehicle

The rest of the engine technology doesn't inspire but it doesn't have to. A single speed engine, it can be optimized for one task and avoid a lot of problems.

Bob Wilson

[dcb]

I still like my version of range extender better
http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...t-ev-8502.html

[NeilBlanchard]

Hi,

Here's the link to the start of the article:
proActive Issue 34