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eldaisfishtoday at 3:29 AM1 replyview on HN

you are mistaken. Not a single EV or hybrid car uses power directly from the traction battery for the 12 V system.


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cyberaxtoday at 4:44 AM

It depends on your definition. Tesla Model 3 has a dedicated low-current connection to the high-voltage battery that bypasses the main contactors, specifically to power the 12V system.

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