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The Model S also uses an induction motor(s)[1] including power recovery via regenerative braking. [1] https://insideevs.com/video-primer-tesla-model-s-electric

• sunstone 9y ago
  Yes but apparently the Model 3 uses permanent magnet motors. I would be interested to see the detailed engineering trade offs between these two choices. https://www.reddit.com/r/teslamotors/comments/6strnb/model_3_permanent_magnet_vs_sx_induction_motors/ https://www.reddit.com/r/teslamotors/comments/6strnb/model_3... EDIT: Here's a bit of thought on why they might have switched technologies in the motor: https://www.edmunds.com/car-news/auto-industry/2017-tesla-model-3-has-unexpected-electric-motor-design.html https://www.edmunds.com/car-news/auto-industry/2017-tesla-mo...
  • sunstone 9y ago
    And for those joining in late here it is straight from the horse's mouth, the head of Tesla motor engineering on the trade offs: https://electrek.co/2018/02/27/tesla-model-3-motor-designer-permanent-magnet-motor/ https://electrek.co/2018/02/27/tesla-model-3-motor-designer-...