Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, but what happens when the battery runs out? A recent report reveals that Volkswagen's ID. Buzz, an electric van inspired by the classic VW Bus, was initially considered to have a gas backup engine. According to sources, the German automaker explored the option of a range-extending gas engine to provide a fallback when the battery is depleted. However, it appears that the engineering team ultimately ran out of room to fit the additional powertrain, forcing them to abandon the idea. The ID. Buzz will now rely solely on its electric powertrain, but the decision highlights the ongoing challenges of designing efficient and practical electric vehicles.
VW Studied A Gas Backup Engine For The ID. Buzz But Ran Out Of Room Carscoops
