What does the ECO indicator on the car dashboard mean?
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When the ECO indicator appears on the car dashboard, it means the vehicle's fuel-saving mode is activated. Some cars without a dedicated eco mode may still display ECO, indicating the driver's current driving style is fuel-efficient. Most vehicles typically offer three driving modes: Eco mode (fuel-saving), Comfort mode, and Sport mode. Cars equipped with an Eco mode can activate it to optimize fuel efficiency by adjusting the vehicle's operating parameters. When Eco mode is engaged, the throttle response becomes less sensitive. For daily driving, Comfort mode is generally sufficient, and Eco mode isn't usually necessary. Most automatic transmission vehicles feature an S (Sport) mode. Engaging Sport mode enhances throttle sensitivity and delays gear shifts, allowing the engine to reach higher RPMs (near the redline) before upshifting. In Sport mode, the engine maintains higher idle speeds between 2,000-3,000 RPM even without throttle input.