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Things Not to Do to Save Fuel with a Hybrid Car

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Part: Checks and maintenance

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The first thing to do is start the car with the petrol engine: just a minute or two will do; this way, you won't immediately drain the electric battery. Then, by anticipating braking, you will recover kinetic energy that will recharge the battery.

There is also regenerative braking, which slows down the car simply by lifting your foot off the accelerator, using the electric motor, useful in city traffic. A common mistake is not to use Eco mode, designed specifically for conservative use, especially if you're not using the air conditioning.

The biggest mistake made is not anticipating traffic flow; in other words, not looking ahead to foresee situations that may arise. Related to this point is not taking advantage of coasting, which maximises the car's inertia, as if you were driving in neutral, with the petrol engine completely off.


Updated on 18 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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