I recently test drive a hybrid car with an automated Stop-Start system where the engine shut down when braking to a full stop. But, I have issue when resuming acceleration.
After releasing the brake and pressing the accelerator pedal, I noticed a significant delay in the car's response. There seemed to be a lag in the vehicle's movement, leading to potentially dangerous situation.
When I attempted to enter a roundabout after coming to a complete stop, the car failed to respond promptly to my accelerator input. This delay prompted honking from the car behind me, mistakenly assuming I was hesitating. Moments later, as another car entered the roundabout from my right, my car suddenly surged forward, dangerously close to the vehicle on my right.
I adapted my driving technique by releasing the brake slightly earlier, allowing the engine to engage for a brief moment before pressing the accelerator pedal. This seemed to mitigate the lag and give smoother acceleration.
I wonder if this behavior is typical of hybrid cars or if there might have been an issue with the specific car I was driving.
I read similar experience here . Mine was not heavy breaking though, just after every normal brake.
Just disable the feature every time you start the car. It's a bullshit feature anyway. It only exists so manufacturers can claim to be green. You save around 50 litres per year (if memory serves me correctly). The battery required costs a shit load more than 50 litres of fuel to replace.
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