How to Use the Paddle Shifters on the Tiggo 8 Plus?
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Generally, it defaults to starting in sport mode. You just need to shift the gear to S mode to use the paddle shifters. You need to set up the activation for D and S modes in the vehicle's computer. When in D mode, press and hold the '+' on the paddle shifter for 3 seconds to use the paddle shifters. To switch back from S mode to D mode, simply shift to D mode, but this will deactivate the paddle shifters. Switching from D mode to S mode in sport mode will not affect the paddle shifters. S mode will deactivate when switched back to D mode. To deactivate in D mode, press and hold the '+' on the paddle shifter for 3 seconds again. If unused for a long time, it will deactivate automatically.
When driving my Tiggo 8 Plus, I find the paddle shifters quite handy. As long as the car is started in D mode, you can use the paddles behind the steering wheel for manual shifting anytime. The left paddle is for downshifting—pressing it raises the RPM for quicker acceleration when overtaking. The right paddle is for upshifting, making the ride smoother and more fuel-efficient. The system is smart; if you don’t operate it for a few seconds, it automatically switches back to D mode, which is worry-free. I don’t use them much during daily commutes, but they’re useful for speeding on highways or controlling speed safely downhill. After getting used to them, I feel more in control without losing the convenience of automatic transmission—simple yet adding a bit of driving fun.
