TLDR: The R1 regenerates a significant amount of energy when using ACC to control speed, so I believe it does use regenerative braking despite the brake pedal moving upon slow down.
Background: Since the R1 was launched, owners have observed that the brake pedal moves as the car slows when...
I’ve been really impressed with the R1S and recently got to take my neighbor’s 2025 model for a spin around the neighborhood. One thing that really stood out was the regenerative braking—it’s extremely powerful. Even on the lowest setting, every time the car came to a stop, it felt like I was...