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[-] Abracadaniel@hexbear.net 6 points 5 days ago

The ICE in a Volt only directly powers the wheels under very specific circumstances. I believe it's when the car is using the ICE to hold the battery level and is traveling at high speeds.

It really is best thought understood as an ER EV. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMZ163EYmCY

[-] Blakey@hexbear.net 4 points 5 days ago

Huh! I stand corrected, I thought it was a standard plug in hybrid. Odd drivetrain there!

[-] Abracadaniel@hexbear.net 3 points 5 days ago

Neat, right? This video has almost convinced me to get one for my next car.

[-] HexReplyBot@hexbear.net 1 points 5 days ago

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