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Originally Posted by YeahPete
I wouldn't build a new vehicle with hub motors, but to retrofit an older car with them sounds like a good idea. I am also under the assumption they will be lacking in power. I am no expert though maybe they will prove me wrong.
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A lower-powered,heavier Ev will out-accelerate an ICE vehicle,due solely to the torque characteristics of an electric motor.
They'll get three times the fuel economy as well,on a Btu/kW basis.