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1-1. EV system
Before driving
EV (Electric Vehicle) driving tips
Observe the following to reduce traction battery consumption and
increase driving range.
â–  Driving in normal mode:
Normal mode (when compared with sport mode) allows the most effi-
cient driving. ( ï‚®P. 208)
â– Route selection
In addition to a driving style of repeated acceleration and deceleration,
driving on routes that have steep inclines and long waits at traffic lights
will lead to poor power consumption. Check traffic reports before leav-
ing, avoid delays and drive on flat roads as much as possible. When
encountering a delay, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehi-
cle to move forward slightly while avoiding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control excessive energy consumption.
â– Use of EV System Indicator
Keeping the EV System Indicator needle within ECO area can help
improve Eco-friendly driving. ( ï‚®P. 221)
â– When braking the vehicle
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in good time. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.
â– Highway driving
Control your speed, keep at a constant speed and obey speed limits.
Also, before stopping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to
release the accelerator and slowly stop the vehicle using regenerative
braking and the brake pedal. A greater amount of electrical energy can
be retained while slowing down.