SMART TIPS FOR YOUR PRIUS OR HYBRID

WHAT IS THE MOST EFFICIENT WAY TO DRIVE A TOYOTA PRIUS OR HYBRID CAR?

Driving at slower speeds is always the most efficient way to drive any vehicle, hybrid, electric or gas. If you have different driving routes to choose from, take the route that has the fewest stops, one that has long stretches and is under the speed limit of 45 mph. When you reach the speed limit take your foot off the gas pedal/accelerator pedal and let the momentum carry the vehicle with as little acceleration as possible.

WHAT IS THE BEST MODE, METHOD, CONDITION, SYSTEM TO DRIVE A TOYOTA PRIUS OR HYBRID IN?

Many of today’s vehicles come equipped with the ability to change how the vehicle will drive under different situations. The Eco mode is best when you want to improve fuel economy. This is done in part with the onboard computer system, auto chips and the accelerator. The system will generate torque in a more gentle than normal manner.

AT WHAT SPEED WILL THE TOYOTA PRIUS SWITCH TO GAS?

Most Toyota Prius’ will switch to gas when the car reaches speeds of 15 mph.

DOES IT HURT MY TOYOTA PRIUS IF I DRIVE ONLY IN ECO-MODE?

Eco mode allows the driver to adjust the vehicle's engine, onboard computer system through auto chips and relays that help control the vehicle acceleration better. This allows the vehicle to be more fuel efficient and will give a very smooth ride through acceleration. No car mechanics that we know of see any harm in driving in Eco-Mode all the time.

HOW FAR CAN A PRIUS GO IN EV MODE?

The answer to this question varies on so many factors. The year of the Toyota Prius, condition of the vehicle, conditions of the road, the weather, at what speed will the vehicle be driving, age of the system, vehicle maintenance and more. The approximate answer is 25 miles under very good conditions.

WHAT IS NORMAL MODE FOR A TOYOTA PRIUS?

Normal mode is active when, neither the Eco Mode or Power Mode is not engaged. You will know this by looking at your instrument cluster lights and the light will not be on for Eco or Power Mode.

CAN I DRIVE MY TOYOTA PRIUS IN MAINTENANCE MODE?

Our advice is that you do not drive in the maintenance mode unless it is an emergency. If you drive your car in maintenance mode be very careful. The vehicle will idle, traction and other self-preservation and components will be disabled. Driving your Toyota Prius in maintenance mode can result in greater damage to the overall vehicle and the car inverter.