An electric car has a device called an inverter/charger which converts direct current (DC) from the battery into alternating current (AC) to run the electric motor. The inverter/charger also charges the battery when needed.

The inverter/charger is similar to the alternator in a gasoline car. Both devices generate AC power to run the car’s electrical accessories and both charge the battery. The main difference is that the inverter/charger in an electric car does not run on engine power.

There are advantages and disadvantages to having an electric car with an alternator.

Advantages:

1. Alternators are more efficient than inverters/chargers.

2. Alternators are less expensive than inverters/chargers.

3. Alternators are more reliable than inverters/chargers.

4. Alternators are easier to troubleshoot than inverters/chargers.

5. Alternators can be used to generate power when the car is not in use making them ideal for backup power systems.

Disadvantages:

1. Alternators require a gasoline engine to operate which means that electric cars with alternators are not truly emissions-free.

2. Alternators are less efficient than inverters/chargers meaning that they will use more gasoline and produce more emissions.

3. Alternators are less reliable than inverters/chargers and can break down more often.

4. Alternators are more difficult to troubleshoot than inverters/chargers.

5. Alternators can’t be used to generate power when the car is not in use making them less ideal for backup power systems.

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Does an electric car have an alternator?

No

Drew Dorian

I love cars and I love writing about them

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