How Does Regenerative Braking Work?

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Regenerative braking takes away the wasted energy during braking, and it is most often found in vehicles with hybrid and fully electric motors. Electric motors are designed to convert electrical energy into mechanical energy that can be used to operate the vehicle. By reversing the motor you create an electric generator that can charge the car’s batteries. Indy Car Financing understands the importance of eco-friendly vehicles and can help you finance one today.

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What is Regenerative Braking and How Does it Work?

Regenerative braking captures wasted energy and puts it to work to help improve fuel efficiency. Below are some of the essential components to the regenerative braking process.

  • Momentum: The key to regenerative braking is using the kinetic energy that has been built up by momentum and capture it through braking. The electricity generated is pushed back into the motor to charge the batteries and other electrical systems.
  • Brake Controllers: Brakes are controlled remotely by electronic devices that decide when braking should begin, end, and how quickly the brakes should be applied.
  • Electric Motor Power: Hybrid vehicles use both an electric motor and an internal combustion engine. To maximize fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions, the vehicle’s battery must remain charged. Regenerative braking can help ensure the battery continues to run and maximize the effectiveness of the hybrid engine. EVs, by contrast, run fully on electric power alone and are also aided by the power captured through regenerative braking.

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