• ackzsel@kbin.social
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    1 year ago

    as they mainly use the motor for breaking.

    For moderate braking at higher speeds sure, but not for your causal stoppages at intersections or heavier braking events.

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      1 year ago

      I rarely ever use the brakes, even in the city – I’ve become accustomed to letting off the gas at the correct distance for the regenerative braking to bring the car to a stop at the line. There’s a good chance I might not replace the brakes for 10+ years.