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redpoint5 · 05-04-2019, 12:10 AM

How about hybrid mode EV speed limits? In my plug in, I can go up to about 44 MPH with the traction battery depleted (hybrid mode) with the engine off, so long as the battery charge is sufficient. If I go faster, or the minimal amount of battery charge depletes, the engine spins up.

05-04-2019, 12:10 AM	#92 (permalink)
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