What does 'trip' mean in Volkswagen?
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In Volkswagen and some models of other brands, the 'trip' button corresponds to the function of trip mileage, which records the mileage of each trip. Press and hold the 'trip' button to reset (clear) the trip mileage for the current journey. Introduction to ODO: The corresponding 'odo' stands for total mileage, with the full form being odograph or odometer. The total mileage cannot be reset. Introduction to trip: The smallest unit of trip mileage is 0.1 kilometers. The basic calculation method is the fuel consumption per 100 kilometers, which is also a parameter provided by the manufacturer. It is calculated by dividing the actual fuel consumption by the actual mileage traveled. That is, the fuel consumption per 100 kilometers equals the fuel consumption (liters) divided by the mileage traveled (kilometers) multiplied by 100.
I've been driving a Volkswagen for several years, and the Trip function is super useful for me. Simply put, Trip is a journey computer that displays specific driving data on the Volkswagen dashboard, such as the distance traveled, average fuel consumption, and time spent for each trip. It can also be subdivided into Trip A and B. For example, I set Trip A for commuting statistics and reserve Trip B for weekend outings. Resetting is easy—just hold the steering wheel button for a few seconds. This feature has helped me save a lot on fuel costs. Daily monitoring of fuel consumption makes me more conscious of my driving habits, such as smooth acceleration to avoid wasting fuel. Over time, I feel the car has become more durable. It's also easy for beginners to get the hang of—no flashy distractions, just focus on the road. Developing such habits is beneficial for everyone.