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hybrid trucks get upgraded to 2.4 kW or, optionally, a massive 7.2 kW of power, made possible by the hybrid's 48-volt lithium-ion battery pack.

Would other hybrids be able to have a similar feature? Even a Prius or Ford Escape?

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a 2009 Chevy volt already has a 2kW DC inverter, so they beat Ford by 11 years.

You're referring to the DC-DC converter, which powers/recharges the 12 volt system. You need to add a 12V->120V inverter to use the Volt as a generator.

This is possible on most hybrid/electric vehicles, e.g. https://pmarks.net/konapower

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