What do the letters F and D represent in electric vehicles?
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The letter "D" represents pure electric vehicles, while the letter "F" represents non-pure electric vehicles. Here are the specific details: 1. License plate position: For small vehicle license plates, "D" or "F" is located in the first position of the serial number. For large vehicle license plates, "D" or "F" is located in the last position of the serial number. 2. License plate color: New energy passenger cars use gradient green, while new energy trucks use a yellow-green dual-color scheme. Both symbolize green, environmental protection, and technology. 3. Different starting letters: License plates starting with "D" represent pure electric small new energy vehicles, while those starting with "F" represent non-pure electric small new energy vehicles. 4. Different ending letters: License plates ending with "D" represent pure electric large new energy vehicles, while those ending with "F" represent non-pure electric large new energy vehicles.
I've been driving an electric car for a while, and the meanings of F and D are actually quite simple. D stands for Drive, which is the driving mode. Engage this gear and the car moves forward. F probably means Forward, similar to D, but most modern electric cars don't have a dedicated F gear. For example, my Tesla just has a D button to represent forward. It's very smooth to use, with the motor directly driving the wheels. Releasing the accelerator can also recover energy to slow down, making it more energy-efficient and quieter compared to gasoline cars. The first time I drove an electric car, it took me some time to get used to the gear positions, but now I find it super convenient—just press the P button when parking. I recommend new owners to check the car manual, as gear settings may vary slightly between brands. Once you understand them, there's nothing to worry about.
