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		smileysteve on Jan 9, 2019 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Road Tripping Around Europe in a Tesla Is Less Fun... building a tiny engine that runs efficiently and produces enough meaningful electricity to make up for its weight is difficult. From a regulatory standpoint, yes, fuel systems would be regulated in this design.

pitaj on Jan 9, 2019 [–]

The engine wouldn't need to be especially efficient; it's purpose is to extend range, not to be the main charging apparatus.

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