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Before starting, make sure the vehicle has enough range to complete your journey or at least
enough to reach a suitable recharging point (the range is the equivalent of the fuel gauge in a
conventionally powered vehicle).

Before pushing the power switch to start the electric motor, depress the brake pedal firmly. This
will prevent the car from creeping when you move the gear lever into D (Drive) position.

When you are ready, release the footbrake and depress the accelerator. Be aware that the
vehicle is likely to accelerate quickly, much faster than conventionally powered vehicles of a
similar size, so please take this into account and accelerate gently.

You will need to be more aware of and vigilant towards pedestrians and vulnerable road users
as EVs are quieter than conventional vehicles. Get to know where the horn is located and make
sure you use it appropriately to warn others of your approach if needed.

The range of the vehicle will depend upon several factors:

- Speed.
- Vehicle load.
- Electrical load from accessories e.g. heating, air conditioning.
- Traffic and road conditions.

In most EVs, the use of an ECO or B mode will generate power (when the accelerator pedal is
released in these modes the regenerative brake converts the vehicle’s forward motion into
electrical power to help slow the vehicle). This will be felt as a surging motion which some
drivers find uncomfortable at first.

Make sure you carry the charging cable in the vehicle so that you can charge the vehicle as part
of your journey if required. Please refer to the owner’s manual for instructions about charging.

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