Does pressing the pedal mechanically/hydraulically move spinning magnets on the hub nearer other magnets to create electricity?
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The wheel motors are already generators. In regen braking mode the motor terminals are disconnected from the motor driver circuit and connected to a rectifier/battery charger instead.
Edit: I see it is a formula 1 specific system. The answer still stands, it’s just that the electric motor is by default disconnected completely rather than being in propulsion mode like the usual electric car.
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