What does Tesla's Stop Mode mean?
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Relevant explanations about Tesla's Stop Mode are as follows: 1. Energy recovery level: Creep provides an experience closest to gasoline cars with low energy recovery; Hold maintains a pure electric vehicle experience with high energy recovery. 2. Driving feel: When selecting Creep (or when completely stopped), the motor continues to apply torque, driving the vehicle slowly forward (in Drive) or backward (in Reverse), similar to traditional vehicles with automatic transmissions; Hold can be understood as one-pedal driving mode - deeper accelerator pedal press means faster speed, lighter press means slower speed, completely lifting the pedal triggers strong energy recovery (equivalent to light braking) and can bring the car to a complete stop, after which AUTOHOLD automatically engages without needing to press the brake pedal.
Tesla's Stop Mode embodies the essence of single-pedal driving logic. I particularly enjoy this design while driving, as the car automatically decelerates to a complete stop when lifting off the accelerator, eliminating the need to constantly switch between pedals. It does take two or three days to adapt initially, but once familiar, it significantly reduces effort in traffic jams—no more frequent right-foot repositioning. According to Tesla, this system integrates regenerative braking, converting braking energy into electricity stored in the battery, reportedly boosting range by 10%-15%. Important note: In Stop Mode, fully releasing the accelerator displays a HOLD icon on the dashboard, indicating the wheels are automatically locked even without brake pedal engagement. However, it's advisable to reduce regenerative braking intensity on icy/snowy roads to prevent unintended tire slippage.
