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.
![P5P6-2037-iCup-Regenerative braking meter in driver display](https://www.volvocars.com/images/support/imgd5982cbe2b870721c0a8015247f5b345_1_--_--_VOICEpnghigh.png?imwidth=1280)
Regeneration using the accelerator pedal
Release the accelerator pedal.
The vehicle brakes and charging is indicated in the instrument panel.
Note
If the braking effect exceeds a certain level, the brake light will come on.
Regeneration using the brake pedal
Depress the brake pedal.
The vehicle brakes and charging is indicated in the instrument panel.
Note
Volvo recommends braking hard regularly using the friction brakes to prevent problems with the brake discs, such as rust or dirt accumulation, caused by inactivity.