UglySuperhero
UglySuperhero t1_j6d9lye wrote
Reply to comment by [deleted] in Eli5 why aren't gas only vehicles far more fuel efficient than before by Live_Strongerrr
Yep. The engine powers the alternator which generates electricity needed for the rest of the car.
UglySuperhero t1_j6d9wla wrote
Reply to comment by [deleted] in Eli5 why aren't gas only vehicles far more fuel efficient than before by Live_Strongerrr
When the car is off the power comes from the battery. The batt gets charged by the alternator when the engine is running.