ElI5 Could you add a stator to the inside of the wheels of a car or truck and also add an electromagnet to the hub and produce electricity as you drive?

Question

Not sure if it’s the same idea as regenerative braking, I’m a beginner into the electrical and mechanical world.

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Answer 1

You could, yes. That is more or less how regenerative braking works. Keep in mind that generating electricity would require extra force on the wheels which would reduce your gas mileage