Regenerative braking
A regenerative brake is an energy recovery mechanism which slows an object down and stores (recycles) the kinetic energy rather than wasting it. This energy can be re-used immediately or stored until needed. The most common form of regenerative brake uses an electric motor as a generator. In electric railways the generated electricity is fed back into the supply system, whereas in F1 cars, battery-electric and hybrid electric vehicles, the energy is stored in a battery or bank of capacitors for later use. Energy may also be stored mechanically via pneumatics, hydraulics or the kinetic energy of a rotating flywheel.Submitted by Racing Green En... on 23 July, 2011 - 14:43
200km/h top-speed. Range of 400km on a single charge. Just 6hrs to re-charge using a normal socket. This student-built car has been tried and tested all the way from Alaska to Argentina. The epic road trip was aimed at shattering the public perception of electric vehicles as slow, unattractive and of limited range.
Submitted by The AA on 19 July, 2011 - 00:31
The Vectrix electric maxi-class scooter is The AA's choice for providing motorcycle assistance in London. Capable of over 60 mph (97 km/h), with maximum torque available immediately - a much-loved characteristic of electric motors. It has 90% less moving parts than a petrol scooter, making it an extremely reliable support vehicle.
Electric and plug-in hybrid vans are now eligible for a government grant, which will be available to both private and business buyers across the UK. The scheme will be similar to the plug-in car grant, but with a lower percentage discount from the list price (20%) and a higher maximum grant (£8,000).
Submitted by MikeWhelan on 10 September, 2011 - 00:20
Leading geophysicists predict that peak-oil is either currently occuring, or will have occured by 2015. Meanwhile, demand for oil continues to increase at an extraordinairy rate, with increasingly negative social and ecological consequences. Are you ready to switch?
Submitted by Ford on 1 August, 2011 - 12:57
Two Transit Connect Electric vans (with passengers) have successfully completed the 75-mile route from Oxford to London in a convoy of electric, hybrid and low-emission vehicles, as part of the 2011 Bridgestone Eco Rally.
Submitted by Volvo on 26 July, 2011 - 01:10
The Volvo C30 Electric has now left the product development stage. Initial deliveries to leasing customers, mainly companies, authorities and governmental bodies, will take place immediately after the summer.
Submitted by MikeWhelan on 24 July, 2011 - 01:49
2009 Vectrix Electric scooter with 'Traffic Corps' Police Livery Electric Scooter. Only 250 demo miles. All lights and sirens with extra battery, crash bars, manuals, twin helmet GIVI topbox. Ready to go! The Vectrix has a reverse gear and regenerative braking. Buy Now £4800 ono
Submitted by Go-Kart Party on 23 July, 2011 - 02:22
Perfect for kids turning 4 to age 11 years, Go Kart Party provide amazing fun, as the kids get a "real driving experience". The electric Go Karts are silent running, fully supervised, and safely contained within the inflatable track. Batteries last longer through regenerative braking.
Submitted by Delta Motorsport on 22 July, 2011 - 09:14
Born at Silverstone, the Delta E-4 Coupe is a compact 4-seater with optimised aerodynamics, mechanical efficiency and minimal weight. Delta Motorsport believe these should be the fundamentals of energy consumption in road cars.
Submitted by Lightning on 22 July, 2011 - 08:53
The Lightning GT prototype is a British-built, rear-wheel drive electric supercar with a fully customisable interior. When it goes into production it will utilise the latest lithium titanate battery nanotechnology to give a range of 180 miles and the ability to recharge in just 10 mins using an Ultrafast off-board charging system. Recharging using standard 13A domestic power takes 15 hrs.
