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What are the basic operating steps for driving a new energy vehicle?

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MacLucy
08/28/25 6:08am
New energy vehicle driving basic operating steps are: 1. Fasten the seat belt before starting, press the brake and release the handbrake, then press the vehicle start button; 2. Confirm the surrounding environment, shift the gear from N to D after ensuring safety; 3. Release the brake slowly; 4. When parking, first press the brake, then shift the gear to N; 5. Pull up the handbrake, turn off the engine and wait for the start button to dim, then lock the car and exit. Tips for driving new energy vehicles: 1. Frequently use the economic speed; 2. Avoid sudden acceleration and emergency braking; 3. Make reasonable use of the energy recovery system; 4. Reduce the vehicle load.
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VonKevin
09/10/25 4:29am
When I first started trying out a new energy vehicle, I found the operation quite simple, easier to get the hang of than I imagined. The first step was to sit in the driver's seat, adjust the seat and rearview mirrors, and fasten the seatbelt for safety. Then, press the brake pedal, hold the start button or turn the key to start the vehicle—there's no roar of an engine at this point, just quietness. Next, shift the gear lever to D (Drive) mode, and the automatic parking brake or handbrake will release; release the foot brake to start moving. During driving, the acceleration of the electric car is very smooth, and when encountering a red light, lightly pressing the brake can utilize regenerative braking to recover some energy to help charge the battery. When parking, first bring the vehicle to a complete stop, shift into P (Park) to prevent rolling, and then press the power-off button to shut down. Finally, don't forget to charge the vehicle promptly after parking—just find a charging station and plug in the gun to keep it fully charged for the next trip. After driving a few more times, you'll get familiar with it; the key is not to rush and to adapt to energy consumption under different road conditions.
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LeAdelyn
10/24/25 5:20am
After driving a new energy vehicle for several years, I've found the basic steps to be a smooth routine. After getting in the car, first press the brake to activate the system, wait for the dashboard to light up with the READY prompt before shifting to D gear, then release the parking brake and drive off directly. Maintain a steady speed while driving to save energy, adjusting your pace by checking the navigation or speedometer. Parking is simple: press the brake, shift to P gear, then power off, which automatically activates the electronic parking brake. It's best to develop the habit of charging immediately after parking to extend battery life. The whole process takes just a minute—efficient and hassle-free, saving you the trouble of refueling compared to gasoline cars. Doing this daily for your commute, you'll gradually notice improved range, and safe driving becomes second nature.
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