3 stories tagged range-extender on EV Digest.
Volkswagen engineers explored equipping the all-electric ID. Buzz minivan with a range-extending gasoline engine. This setup, similar to a series hybrid or EREV, would have used the engine solely to generate electricity for the motors, offering drivers an alternative to pure BEV operation.
Horse Powertrains has unveiled a novel methanol-fueled range extender engine designed to charge EV batteries. This compact D20 Methanol engine uses axial-flux motors, offering a potential solution for electric vehicles needing extended range without relying solely on large battery packs. Such a system combines the benefits of electric drive with the quick refueling capabilities of liquid fuel.
Horse Powertrain, a subsidiary of the Renault Group, has introduced a new D20 range extender designed for commercial electric vehicles. This innovative system utilizes a methanol-fueled generator to produce electricity on demand, significantly extending the operational range of BEVs without relying on traditional gasoline.
