Executive Summary

• Mercedes-Benz starts large-scale production of electric axial flux motor
• The new motor is smaller and lighter for the same power output
• Regenerative braking capabilities are still unknown

The Buzz Score

The Internet’s Verdict: 70% Hyped, 30% Skeptical

Forum Voices

Many are excited about the new technology. As one user said:

It would have been awesome if that article had, at any point, explained what an electric axial flux motor was, and why anyone might want one.

Another user commented on the benefits:

The main benefit here seems to be smaller and lighter for the same power output.

Some users are concerned about the regenerative braking capabilities:

Tangential, how much regen can this system support? For example, can a car with 200kW propulsion have a 400kW regen

Focus Keyword: Electric Motor