Volvo V60 RECHARGE 2021 Owner's Manual page 445

Maintain a steady speed and a generous
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following distance to traffic ahead to mini-
mize braking.
When braking, the hybrid battery is
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charged by braking lightly using the brake
pedal.
Higher speeds increase energy consump-
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tion because air resistance increases with
speed.
In a cold climate, reduce heating of the
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windshield/rear window, mirrors, seats
and the steering wheel.
Avoid driving with the windows open.
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Do not use the accelerator pedal to keep
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the vehicle stationary on an uphill gradi-
ent. Instead, activate the auto-hold brake
function at a standstill.
If possible, turn off the climate system
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when driving shorter distances after pre-
conditioning.
After driving
If possible, park in a climate-controlled
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garage with vehicle charging outlets or
stations.
Related information
Regenerative braking* (p. 426)
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Range (p. 443)
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Checking tire pressure (p. 543)
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Displaying trip statistics in the center dis-
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play (p. 90)
Auto-hold brakes (p. 424)
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Hold and Charge (p. 445)
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Range
A number of factors can affect vehicle range.
The ability to achieve a long driving range var-
ies according to the outside conditions and to
how the vehicle is driven.
The certified value for the vehicle's range
should not be considered an expected driving
range. The certified value is obtained during
special test cycles and is primarily intended to
be used for comparisons between different
vehicles.
Range in the instrument panel
When the vehicle leaves the factory, or after a
factory reset, range is based on the certified
value
Once the vehicle has been driven for a while,
range is instead based on historical driving
patterns. The amount of history used depends
on the battery's charge level. The lower the
* Option/accessory.
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