# Driving Economically

Driving EconomicallyAdopting the right driving style can reduce consumption, damage to the environment, and wear and tear to the electric drive, brakes and tyres. The following section lists a few tips for easing the strain on the environment and your bank account.

# Think ahead when driving

Think ahead when drivingThe range will decrease if you do not adopt a steady driving style. Keeping a close eye on the traffic can help to avoid frequent acceleration and braking. Keeping your vehicle at a sufficient distance from the vehicle in front can help you to think ahead when driving.

# Using brake energy recuperation

Using brake energy recuperationThe vehicle will perform brake energy recuperation automatically if the Eco Assistance function is activated in the Infotainment system and position is selected and the accelerator is not pressed. It will adapt itself to the driving situation and external conditions such as vehicles in front and speed limits. The energy of the rolling vehicle is used to charge the high- voltage battery. The vehicle is braked as a result.

A high level of brake energy recuperation will take place if the accelerator is not pressed in position B

Recuperation is also increased if the brake pedal is pressed.

# Avoid full throttle

Avoid full throttleThe rolling and air resistance increase at excessively high speeds. This in turn increases the force needed to move the vehicle. This will reduce the range of the vehicle. Never drive the vehicle at top speed.

# Have your vehicle serviced on a regular basis

Regular maintenance is an essential prerequisite for economical driving and increases the service life of the vehicle.

# Observe the correct tyre pressure

Low tyre pressure does not just mean greater wear, but also increases the rolling resistance of the tyres and thus reduces the range of the vehicle. Use tyres with optimised rolling resistance.

Adjust the tyre pressure according to the vehicle load:

Observe the information on the tyre pressure sticker.

# Do not drive with unnecessary loads in the vehicle

You can reduce energy consumption by clearing out the luggage compartment before setting off, for example by removing empty drink crates or unused child seats.

# Save electrical energy

Convenience consumers such as the air conditioning system or window heating require energy from the high- voltage battery.If

If you want to increase the range of the vehicle:

Set a warmer interior temperature in summer and a lower temperature in winter. Open the windows for ventilation before you start driving.- If an external power supply is available, use the stationary air conditioning.- Switch off all convenience features that are not needed.

# WARNING

Adapt your speed and distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.

Your authorised Volkswagen Anhui repairer will gladly provide you with further information on correct maintenance and replacement parts that are particularly energy- efficient, e.g. tyres.