Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual: Introduction

Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual / While driving / Starting the engine, changing gear and parking the vehicle / Driving with respect for the environment / Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

→ An economic driving style

→ Driving in a way which will save fuel

Fuel economy, environmental impact and wear on the engine, brakes and tyres depend largely on three factors:

Personal driving style.

Conditions of use (weather, road surface)

Technical conditions.

Depending on your personal driving style, a few simple measures can help save fuel by up to 25 %.

WARNING

Adapt your speed and distance to the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.

Driving with respect for the environment

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An economic driving style

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Changing gear earlier In principle, the highest gear is always the most economical gear. A rule of thumb for most vehicle ...

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