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Driving and Operating
Utility Interruption of Charging . . . . . . . 265
Electrical Requirements for Battery
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
General Towing Information . . . . . . . . . . 266
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Trailering App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Driving Information
Driving for Better Energy
Efficiency
Use the following tips to help maximize
energy efficiency and driving range.
In colder temperatures, while these
efficiency tips will help, the driving range
will be lower due to higher energy usage
including energy spent heating the cabin.
The Energy Information screen estimates the
influence of the main factors impacting
vehicle range. After charging is complete,
this information is reset. See Energy Usage
under Energy Information 0 114.
Acceleration/Braking/Coasting
Avoid rapid accelerations and decelerations.
Driving range is maximized at 89 km/h
(55 mph) and less.
Use cruise control when appropriate.
Plan ahead for decelerations and coast
whenever possible. Do not rush to traffic
signals. Do not shift to N (Neutral) to coast.
Using the steering wheel paddle during
deceleration recovers more energy. See
Regenerative Braking 0 193.
Terrain and Vehicle Speed
Higher speeds and grade changes use more
energy and can significantly reduce driving
range.
Climate Setting
Using the heat and air conditioning systems
decreases the energy available for electric
driving.
Optimal energy efficiency is achieved when
the heat, air conditioning, and fan are
turned off.
Use the heated seat features instead of
climate control system. Heating the seat
uses less energy than heating and cooling
the interior.
Use remote start to heat or cool the interior
when the vehicle is plugged in to maximize
the driving range by utilizing electricity from
the electrical outlet.
In hot weather, avoid parking in direct
sunlight or use sunshades inside the vehicle.
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