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Originally Posted by redpoint5
Hub motors seems another fail idea. What advantage is there in a hub motor except possibly space? They must be cheaper too by eliminating some of the drivetrain components.
I'd think ride quality would be compromised by so much unsprung weight, especially given the relatively light weight of the sprung weight.
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The main advantage to hub motors is elimination of the differential and drag that goes with it. They are amazingly efficient in that respect over any gearset.
I think they are overselling the range and charge reality, but through reddit conversations am at least convinced that it can still be a significant leap forward in efficiency - IF they ever actually deliver one.