What does 'trip' on the car dashboard mean?

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LeMakayla
07/29/25 4:50am
The 'trip' on the car dashboard refers to the trip mileage, which can be used to record the kilometers traveled for each trip. The working principle of the odometer is: knowing the diameter of the car wheel, the circumference of the wheel can be calculated, and then the number of rotations required for the wheel to travel one mile can be determined. The odometer automatically records the number of wheel rotations, and dividing by the number of rotations corresponding to one mile gives the mileage traveled. The car dashboard is equipped with various indicator lights or warning lights, including: 1. Coolant level warning light; 2. Charging indicator light; 3. High/low beam indicator light; 4. Transmission gear indicator light; 5. Anti-lock braking system (ABS) indicator light; 6. Traction control indicator light and airbag warning light; 7. Front/rear fog light indicator and warning light; 8. Electronic throttle indicator light.
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Damian
08/12/25 8:29am
I discovered that the 'trip' on the dashboard actually refers to the trip odometer, mainly used to record the starting mileage of each journey. Unlike the total mileage odometer, it can be manually reset to zero, allowing me to accurately track how many kilometers I've driven during long trips or weekend road trips. I remember when I first started driving, I often used it to estimate fuel consumption; after filling up the tank, I'd reset the trip odometer, drive a hundred kilometers, and then check the fuel gauge to calculate the fuel consumption per 100 kilometers. This little tool is incredibly practical, especially for veteran drivers like me. Once you develop the habit, it saves money and provides peace of mind, while also helping you avoid missing exits on highways. In short, it's a great assistant in your car, helping you better understand your vehicle's condition.
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