2013 Honda Insight Owner's Manual - Page 268

Eco Assist System Eco Drive Bar Center Position Acceleration Deceleration Monitor Monitor Eco Drive Bar Efficient Zones Inefficient Braking Zone Inefficient Driving Zone ECO ELEMENTS During acceleration, the bar extends to the right of the center line. During deceleration, the bar extends to the left of the center line. If the bar stays within the Efficient Driving Zones, your current driving style is conducive to good fuel economy. If the bar extends into the Inefficient Driving Zones, your current driving style is not conducive to good fuel economy. It is recommended to drive in the D position for better fuel efficiency. Eco Drive Bar Examples Driving Style Slow, steady acceleration maximizes fuel economy Slow deceleration maximizes fuel economy Moderate acceleration Moderate deceleration Aggressive/ Inconsistent acceleration - lowers fuel economy Aggressive deceleration - lowers fuel economy Eco Drive Bar TOC Before Driving The Eco Drive Bar on the ecological drive display appears on the multiinformation display while you drive. CONTINUED 2013 Insight 265