Can Auto Hold and Auto Start-Stop Be Used Together?
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Auto Hold and Auto Start-Stop can be used together, and when utilized properly, these two features can help save fuel. Here is more information about Auto Hold and Auto Start-Stop: 1. Auto Start-Stop: This function temporarily stops the engine when the vehicle comes to a halt during driving, such as when waiting at a traffic light. While driving, simply press the brake pedal fully, and after about two seconds of complete stop, the engine will automatically shut off. Keeping the brake pedal pressed will maintain the engine in the off state. As soon as you release the brake or turn the steering wheel, the engine will automatically restart, allowing you to press the accelerator and start moving immediately—all while remaining in D gear. 2. Auto Hold: The Auto Hold system is a feature that automatically applies the handbrake for you. This function is particularly useful on slopes and during frequent stops and starts.
I've been driving a car with auto hold and start-stop for years, and they work perfectly together. At red lights in the city, the start-stop function turns off the engine to save fuel, while the auto hold system automatically brakes the wheels, so I don't have to keep my foot on the brake. It's especially safe on hills, preventing rollback. With a light press on the accelerator during one-touch start, the car moves smoothly. Some cars even allow adjusting the priority in the settings menu, but my advice is to keep both enabled by default because the combination saves fuel and is convenient. In daily driving, this duo is particularly useful for reducing fatigue in traffic jams.
