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Regenerative braking

The vehicle uses braking energy and regenerates current to the battery when the driver releases the accelerator pedal or when the brake pedal is used.
PS-2007-Regenerative braking meter in driver display
Indication in the instrument panel during energy recovery.

 Note

The vehicle's regenerative ability may be reduced on slippery or icy roads.

Regeneration using the accelerator pedal

Release the accelerator pedal.
The vehicle brakes with the selected braking effect and charging is indicated in the instrument panel.

 Note

If braking power exceeds a certain level, the brake light will go on.

Regeneration using the brake pedal

Depress the brake pedal
The vehicle brakes and charging is indicated in the instrument panel.

 Note

Polestar recommends braking hard regularly using the friction brakes to avoid problems with the brake discs caused by inactivity, such as rust or accumulation of dirt.

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