Towing with small battery?

[tak3nbycars]

Hey everyone, new Slate owner here! I got the base model with the 52-kWh battery and really like it. So far, it's been great for driving around town and doing errands. But I noticed the braking feels kind of strong when slowing down, especially at low speeds. Is that normal, or does the bigger battery make it smoother?

Also wondering if anyone has used the smaller battery for towing. I pull a small trailer for yard work sometimes and want to know if it feels weaker when loaded. Thanks for any advice from anyone here that tried both!

 

[Miyuki_Itsumi]

The stronger brake bite at low speeds is normal... it's regen blending with friction brakes, not something the bigger pack smooths out. For towing, the truck won't feel "weaker," but you'll notice the smaller battery empties faster when loaded, especially if you're on hills.

 

[Charlie]

If you're driving the base Slate model, it's perfectly normal to notice strong regenerative braking at low speeds. This happens because the motor is doing double duty, providing engine braking while recharging the battery. You can easily adjust the regen settings in the drive mode menu to make your coasting feel smoother. Now, if you're planning to tow with the 52kWh battery, keep in mind that the range will be reduced, but it still has enough power for small trailers. The good news is that the motor torque is the same across all battery sizes, so while you might lose range faster when towing, the towing capability itself remains strong.