Apparently Tesla does use the brakes for the last bit to keep them in regular use (wear is not much of a factor at those low speeds) and because of the permanent magnet motor type, which could otherwise make braking feel choppy at very low speeds.
https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/thre...l-stop.123344/
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2011 Honda Insight + HID, LEDs, tiny PV panel, extra brake pad return springs, neutral wheel alignment, 44/42 PSI (air), PHEV light (inop), tightened wheel nut.
  lifetime FE over 0.2 Gmeter or 0.13 Mmile.
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