- European automakers’ face tariff hikes, high costs, rivalry
- Many firms concerned over Europe’s emissions goals for 2035
- Chinese automakers gaining market share in Europe, China
MUNICH, Sept 8 (Reuters) - Major automakers showcased their latest models at the Munich car show on Monday, unveiling new EVs and lower-cost models as Europe’s auto sector fights crises ranging from tariff hikes to rising costs and rivalry with Chinese firms on their home turf.
From what I see on EV conversion kits, basically the regenerative braking is just a feature of the accelerator pedal that just makes “engine braking” a normal usage model. Blended braking from the brake pedal is not viable.
EV conversion is a thing complete with regen braking, but it’s highly impractical and expensive compared to just doing a new car.
Of course the original question was about a hybrid upgrade kit, which I’ve never heard of. I could imagine a modest battery with an electric motor/generator replacing a torque converter to convert engine braking to regen braking…