When you think of a hybrid or electric vehicle, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the environment-friendly aspect. While this is undoubtedly true, there are other benefits to driving these types of cars. One of them is the use of regenerative braking systems. But how do regenerative braking work in hybrid and electric vehicles? This article will discuss how regenerative braking works and how it can benefit drivers of hybrid and electric cars. What is Regenerative Braking? Regenerative braking is a process in which the electric motor in hybrid and electric vehicles acts to convert kinetic energy into electrical energy. The vehicle battery stores this energy for later use. This braking system works in a two-way energy flow in which the motor converts energy into electricity to recharge the vehicle's battery instead of using the power to propel the car forward. Traditionally, in older cars, the energy produced when braking becomes heat. Over time wearing of the brake p ... read more