How to recharge Vehicle Battery in Death Stranding 2

Recharging the Vehicle Battery in Death Stranding 2 is the best way to ensure you cover long distances quickly while carrying a large amount of cargo efficiently. Staying powered up means fewer interruptions, smoother travel, and a better chance of completing your deliveries without delay.

If you don’t want to get stranded in the middle of nowhere, learning how to recharge your vehicle is essential. This guide will walk you through how to recharge the Vehicle Battery in Death Stranding 2.

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Recharging the Vehicle Battery in Death Stranding 2

Your vehicle’s battery level replaces the boot meter on the bottom left of your HUD when you're driving. Regular driving slowly drains the battery, but using features like speed boost or double jump will burn through it faster. Once it runs out, your vehicle becomes useless until recharged, forcing you to either walk the rest of the way.

Your vehicle battery in Death Stranding 2 keeps you moving across long journeys (Image via Sony Interactive Entertainment)

Here are a few reliable ways to keep your vehicle charged and ready throughout your journey:

Using a generator

The most reliable way to recharge your vehicle is by using a Generator, one of the many structures you can build with a Portable Chiral Constructor (PCC). To set it up, craft a PCC at any facility, open the equipment wheel, select the PCC, and scroll to the Generator option. Place it somewhere safe and wait a few seconds while it builds. Once active, it will automatically transfer energy to any vehicle (or Sam himself) that enters its radius. This works on both your own and enemy vehicles.

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Recharging at facilities

Another easy method is simply driving into a facility. Repairing your vehicle there will also fully recharge its battery. Plus, while you're within a facility’s power grid, your vehicle battery won’t drain at all. It's a good strategy for conserving power during longer missions.

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Use emergency charging options

If you’re out in the wild with no Generator in sight, there are still some backup options. The Emergency Vehicle Charger APAS Enhancement lets Sam transfer his own battery energy to the vehicle in emergencies. You can also craft and equip a Battery Unit Vehicle Attachment to boost your vehicle’s max battery capacity. Attach multiple units to extend that capacity even further, making long-distance travel much more manageable.

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Managing your vehicle battery in Death Stranding 2 is just as important as managing your cargo. Use Generators when possible, keep emergency tools on hand, and always monitor your energy levels during long runs.