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Even today, many vehicles fail to utilise the energy generated when driving downhill. But those days are numbered. In the new BMW ActiveHybrid
models, the electric motor is automatically transformed into a generator whenever you take your foot off the accelerator or apply the brakes. In
coasting mode, it converts the vehicle's kinetic energy into electrical power. The energy gained in this way is then stored in the battery and can be
used at any time. It means you'll be able to greet any steep descent with a broad smile.
Coasting Energy Regeneration. In coasting mode, the electric
motors are transformed into generators that feed energy into the
high-performance battery without any fuel being consumed.
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