Start the car and make sure the hybrid system is ready
Select EV mode if your model has an EV button
Drive gently to keep the car in electric-only operation
Use light throttle input
Keep speeds low for electric driving
Avoid hard acceleration
Use electric mode for short trips and low-speed traffic
Let regenerative braking recharge the battery while slowing down
Monitor the hybrid battery charge level on the dashboard
Switch back to hybrid operation when more power is needed
Keep the battery charged by regular driving
Follow the owner’s manual for your exact trim and controls