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Do the brake lights show under regenerative braking?

My wife's car has s strong regenerative braking mode. When slowing down at a junction or whatever do the brake lights get illuminated?

Asked on 11 September 2024 by DavyN

Answered by Andrew Brady
Yes - the heavier regen modes will illuminate the brake lights. It's why you can usually spot EVs with brake lights flickering on and off on the motorway.

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