One-Pedal Driving and Brake Stuff

[Badleroybrown]

I’m super curious about the one-pedal driving mode on the Polestar 2! When does it kick in the mechanical brakes instead of just relying on regen braking? Anyone got the scoop or some experience with this? How can you tell when those mechanical brakes are actually in action?

 

[Cars90]

Hey there! The one-pedal driving mode on the Polestar 2 is pretty cool!
It primarily uses regenerative braking to slow down the car, but there are certain conditions when the mechanical brakes will go on:
On quick stops - whenever you need to stop faster than normal, like when you are approaching an intersection. In that moment the regen braking isn't enough to slow you down, so the mechanical brakes go on.
Or on low battery - when you have lower energy, the regen braking is limited. The mechanical brakes will take over to bring more stopping power.
You can tell when those mechanical brakes are in action when you feel a distinct difference in braking force and a change in pedal feel. If you have driven a car with a traditional braking system, then it is easy to notice the difference. Does it help?

 

[Lbutera036]

I’m super curious about the one-pedal driving mode on the Polestar 2! When does it kick in the mechanical brakes instead of just relying on regen braking? Anyone got the scoop or some experience with this? How can you tell when those mechanical brakes are actually in action?

Here’s the Owner’s Manual for additional reference. Hope it helps!

 

[papasMurf]

The brake lights only come on when you press the brake pedal. The system is smart. It uses regen first, then the brakes. You can see it on the dash. Polestar does a great job with this. Not all car companies do.