Does charging in the car consume fuel or electricity?

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VanCarmen
07/29/25 11:31pm
Charging electronic devices such as mobile phones in the car will consume the battery power of the vehicle. Relevant information is introduced as follows: If the vehicle is in a charging state, that is, when the engine is running, the impact of power consumption on the battery can be ignored. However, if the vehicle is not in a charging state, it will definitely consume the battery power. Over time, this will shorten the battery's service life. The battery life is directly related to the driving conditions, road conditions, and the driver's habits. In daily use, try to avoid using the vehicle's electrical equipment when the engine is not running, such as listening to the radio or watching videos. If the vehicle is parked for a long time, the battery must be disconnected. If the vehicle is frequently used for short-distance driving, it will significantly shorten the battery's service life. It is necessary to regularly drive the car on the highway or use external equipment to charge the battery periodically.
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