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4-6. Driving tips

Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at traffic

lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports before leav-

ing and avoid delays as much as possible. When driving in a traffic

jam, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to move for-

ward slightly while avoiding overuse of the accelerator pedal. Doing so

can help control excessive gasoline consumption.

Highway driving

Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stopping

at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the accelerator

and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of electrical energy can

be regenerated when slowing down.

Air conditioning

Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help

reduce excessive gasoline consumption.

In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recirculated

air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air condition-

ing system and reduce fuel consumption as well.

In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut out

until it and the interior of the vehicle are warm, it will consume fuel.

Fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the heater.

Checking tire inflation pressure

Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper tire

inflation pressure can cause poor fuel economy.

Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on dry

roads can lead to poor fuel economy. Use tires that are appropriate for

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