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Originally Posted by petefoss

I've ever understood why we (GM) dropped the Volt and other range extender vehicles. I think they are an ideal compromise until BEV vehicles and the charging system and infrastructure can support a similar cross country driving experience to a traditional vehicle

The Volt was mechanically involved, which probably added a lot of extra cost and weight.

An electric-driven vehicle with an internal combustion engine driving a generator as a range extender seems simpler to me. I’d expect lower cost and weight.

Mercedes must be considering this approach. With 100 km (62 mile) electric range, it only needs a small battery bank. That should help offset costs and weight associated with range extender.


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