Regenerative braking explained

Posted 23 January, 2024 Jeremy Rochow

You might have heard the term regenerative braking mentioned when people are talking about electric vehicles (EV).

But do you know how regenerative braking works and its benefits? In the video below, RAA Future Mobility Expert Mark Borlace explains this new technology and the advantages for EV drivers.

Now that you’ve watched the video, do you have questions about other EV tech talk? Check out our story on EV jargon, so you know your PHEVs from your FCEVs. Click here.

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