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Does the electrical power required put an extra load on the engine and reduce fuel economy?

April 26, 2017economy electrical engine extra FUEL load power reduce

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Does the electrical power required put an extra load on the engine and reduce fuel economy?

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• The normal operating requirement is approximately 15 amps (about the same as two headlights). This is well within the normal operating output of commercial vehicles. This has a negligible impact on the engine or fuel economy and is outweighed by the improvements created.