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Use ECO mode (if vehicle is equipped) to reduce
power.
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Accelerate slowly and smoothly.
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Use SAVE mode to maintan SOC while on hybrid mode.
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Use free rolling when possible.
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Brake gently and use regeneration
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Observe power meter [1] Indicates regeneration; [2]
indicates power.
Driving range dependency of vehicle load (20 kWh)
IMPROOVE RANGE IN HYBRID MODES
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When driving in HEV mode
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battery will deplete and
pure EV range will be reduced. If EV range will be
needed
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use SAVE mode.
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If more EV range will be needed
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use CHG mode.
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When in hybrid mode
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do not brake with gear. Try
braking in neutral gear as much as possible.
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Use SAVE mode to maintan SOC while on hybrid mode.
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Avoid frequent stopping and braking. Maintain a safe
distance.
IMPROVE DRIVING RANGE