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How does the reclining seats mechanism work in an electric car?

I love my new car! It has this feature where I can move my seat and save my driving settings, which is really convenient since myself and my husband share a vehicle. How does the reclining seats mechanism work in an electric car?

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Marlee John · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
We’re happy to hear that you’re enjoying your new car! Saveable driving settings are a game-changer. The electric seat mechanism uses electrical energy to move the seats instead of human energy.
The chair has powerful motors underneath the driver’s seat (and passenger’s seat too) for each of the different functions including lumbar support. When you click the buttons on the side of your chair, it activates the motor. The power system has sensors, which communicate how much the chair is moving forward or backward.
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