Abarth 500e - Driving Tips

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DRIVING TIPS
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
REDUCTION
Below are some useful tips that allow
you to achieve a reduction in energy
consumption of the high-voltage
battery and a consequent increase in
range.
Car maintenance
Checks and operations should be
carried out in accordance with
the "Service Schedule" (see the
"Maintenance and care" chapter).
Tires
Check the tyre pressures at least once
every four weeks: if the pressure is too
low, electrical energy consumption
levels increase as resistance to rolling is
higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded
luggage compartment. The weight
of the car and its trim greatly affect
electrical energy consumption and
stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack
from the roof when they are not used.
These accessories lower aerodynamic
penetration and adversely affect
electrical energy consumption levels.
Electric devices
Use electrical devices only for the
amount of time needed. The heated
rear window, windscreen wipers and
heater fan require a considerable
amount of energy; increasing the
current uptake increases electrical
energy consumption.
Climate control system
Using the climate control system will
increase electrical energy consumption:
use standard ventilation when the
temperature outside permits.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for
aerodynamic control may adversely
affect air drag and electrical energy
consumption levels.
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY
ROADS
Acceleration
Abrupt acceleration on a snow-
covered, wet or otherwise slippery road
surface can cause the drive wheels to
shift uncontrollably to the right or left.
This phenomenon occurs due to the
different grip of the front drive wheels
on the road surface.
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Traction
On wet or slippery roads, a liquid film
may be formed between the tyre and
the road surface. This is the well-known
aquaplaning phenomenon that can
make the possibility of controlling
and stopping the car almost null and
void. To reduce this risk, observe the
following precautions:
Reduce speed during thunderstorms
or on slippery roads.
Reduce speed when there is
standing water or puddles on the road.
Replace the tyres when the tread
wear indicators begin to become
visible.
Make sure the tyres are inflated
correctly.
Maintain sufficient distance between
your car and the car in front to avoid
accidents in the event of a sudden
stop.
CROSSING FLOODED
STRETCHES OF ROAD
Driving on flooded roads with water
more than a few inches/centimetres
deep will require extra caution to
ensure safety and prevent damage to
your car.
Water moving, rising
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Stagnant shallow water
Although the car can cross flooded
stretches of road with shallow water
depth, note the following warnings and
cautions before doing so.