Ram EV with onboard ext range generator
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Onboard range generator... It is about time... I recently commented on another thread that we will likely always own a diesel. Either in a truck or RV platform, but if the manufacturers can perfect a truck that is powered like a diesel/electric locomotive, count me in. 
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I put down a reservation on one when they first announced that truck however I'd rather have the front trunk space. That thinking may change come time to retire completely.
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I would not be in on the initial purchase due to the prices they will be going for. I only bought one vehicle that was $50,000 and that was in 2004 and I got it at manufacturer cost and tax free due to being overseas and using a special military purchase program. I don't ever see us buying a new car ever again, unless you see me on the news for winning the Powerball lottery.
Although, as this generator supported electric comes into it's own and the solid state batteries are coming in as a parallel technology, I could see us owning one of these in the future as a used vehicle purchase. We love our 5th wheel and downsized from a 38' to a 28' a few years ago and very much prefer the way the smaller unit travels. I suspect that a RAM or Ford (with similar technology) could be of use to us.
Time will tell! I am excited to see various technologies and methods of increasing range and use coming to the consumer market.
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Wish he would have mentioned the unloaded range on battery alone. Being a V6 it seems more like a plug in hybrid than electric to me. However, I would think it's the way to go for a plug in Hybrid class of vehicle.
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Hybrid vehicles use both the ICE and electric power plants to push the vehicle. This system, Ice only recharges the battery. The battery sends the juice to the electric motors to push it, it is a full fledge BEV, it's first in class to carry its own charger on board. That V6 should be more than adequate. Example: The gen in my backyard is a 1.0L v twin that runs my entire home when the grid drops.
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Hybrid vehicles use both the ICE and electric power plants to push the vehicle. This system, Ice only recharges the battery. The battery sends the juice to the electric motors to push it, it is a full fledge BEV, it's first in class to carry its own charger on board. That V6 should be more than adequate. Example: The gen in my backyard is a 1.0L v twin that runs my entire home when the grid drops.
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Perhaps.... I would imagine those that design these novel technological challenges know more about it than you or I. 2 cylinders make everything in my home work including central ac/heat. So.....
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Very true... but sometimes engineers are required to use what's already in the parts bin rather than design a new engine for this specific application to keep costs down.. Unless the on board generator requires the power/torque of the V6.
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If you wish an engineering discussion, I suggest you go find an engineer.
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I want an EV with a range of near 500 miles on a full charge, all the rest is just B.S.
Well, that's just me! I will just get 4 year 19000 mile per year max. & a Lease Gas vehicles until, because
of the because, If one has to happen to live in a Gestapo State.
Sure, anyone can add a generator to add range to an "EV Project vehicle" Now you have to fill the tank so
you can reach the next Charge point in a busy city 70 or so miles out of your planned route. Sure your
5'.5" foot bed is filled and will not haul the stuff for you. OK now know you need an 8-foot bed.
Well, that's just me! I will just get 4 year 19000 mile per year max. & a Lease Gas vehicles until, because
of the because, If one has to happen to live in a Gestapo State.
Sure, anyone can add a generator to add range to an "EV Project vehicle" Now you have to fill the tank so
you can reach the next Charge point in a busy city 70 or so miles out of your planned route. Sure your
5'.5" foot bed is filled and will not haul the stuff for you. OK now know you need an 8-foot bed.
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Any idea the displacement on the engine for the generator? Also, how big is the fuel tank?
Interesting claim on their website....24 inches water fording depth. Hmmm....I'd probably let someone else test that first
.... That would have to require key electric components are watertight.
Interesting claim on their website....24 inches water fording depth. Hmmm....I'd probably let someone else test that first
.... That would have to require key electric components are watertight.
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Any idea the displacement on the engine for the generator? Also, how big is the fuel tank?
Interesting claim on their website....24 inches water fording depth. Hmmm....I'd probably let someone else test that first.... That would have to require key electric components are watertight.
Interesting claim on their website....24 inches water fording depth. Hmmm....I'd probably let someone else test that first
.... That would have to require key electric components are watertight.
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