Regenerative braking is a technology commonly found in hybrid and electric vehicles.
It helps to recover energy that would otherwise be wasted when hitting the brakes.
Regenerative braking uses the vehicle’s electric motors as generators to feed power back into the EV’s battery.
What Are Regenerative Shocks?
The turbine then spins a generator that creates electricity.
Even though regenerative shocks sound extremely practical, they’re still not widely discussed.
Most people, EV owners included, have never heard of this tech.
Which Automakers Are Working on Regenerative Shocks?
But that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for massive technology adoption.
The product was called GenShock, and the company eventually partnered with ZF to bring the product to market.
How Can Modern EVs Benefits From Regenerative Shocks?
EVs, by virtue of being powered by electric motors, are more efficient than internal combustion vehicles.
Electric vehicles also tend to be more aerodynamic to maximize the vehicle’s range.
This technology would be especially useful if applied inoff-road electric vehicleslike the Rivian R1T.
Off-roading is sure to produce a lot of suspension movement, which should translate to more energy recovery.
If regenerative shocks ever make it to market, the technology has the potential to become revolutionary.
Perhaps Tesla will take the plunge and outfit these shocks on its next-gen Model 3.
