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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 . 237 )
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