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Battery Electric Vehicle driving tips
Unlike the conventional vehicles, the electricity consumption efficiency of battery electric vehicles will decline if they continue driving on highways( or freeways) or at high average speeds, causing the possible driving distance to reduce. Therefore, if the remaining charge of the traction battery is low, avoid relying on the displayed possible driving distance too much as well as driving on highways( or freeways). Driving the vehicle at moderate speeds, the traction battery’ s electricity consumption can be controlled.
The following driving tips will contribute to reduction in the battery consumption and increase in the driving range.
Shift position operation
Shift the shift position to D when stopped at a traffic light, or driving in heavy traffic, etc. Shift the shift position to P when parking. When shifting the shift position to N while driving, there is no positive effect on electricity consumption. In the N, the traction battery cannot be charged. Also, when using the air conditioning system, etc., the traction battery electricity is consumed.( �P. 226)
Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration due to traffic congestion, long waits at traffic lights, and driving on steep inclines will lead to poor electricity consumption. In order to avoid those situations as much as possible, check traffic reports before leaving. If the vehicle is driven in traffic congestion, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to move forward slightly, avoid overuse of the accelerator pedal. Doing so can help minimize unnecessary electricity consumption.
When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and a timely manner. A greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
Highway( or freeways) driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stopping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to
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Electric Vehicle system