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Old 01-10-2018, 02:19 PM   #177 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Phoenix'97 View Post
Well, then I can't use regenerative braking all the time to recharge the system that is constantly on. So, then I have to resort to using an altermotor to provide the constant recharge, assuming the resistance from the altermotor does not hurt fuel mileage as much as using two hub motors on constant regeneration.
That's exactly what an alternator or altermotor do when they make electricity. Your alternator "regenerative brakes" your car more when you turn up the radio or turn your headlights on. Your gas mileage drops correspondingly as the load on your engine increases. Electricity is not "free".
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