Driving Tips
Hazardous Driving
Hazardous Driving
Be careful when applying sudden regenerative braking on slippery surfaces:
The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.
When driving on ice or in water, snow, mud, sand, or similar hazards:
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Be cautious and allow extra distance for braking.
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Avoid sudden braking and sudden maneuvering.
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Do not pump the brakes. Continue to press down on the brake pedal.
Refer to Antilock Brake System (ABS) (Search).
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For more traction in starting on slippery surfaces such as ice or packed snow, use sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or other nonslip material under the front wheels.
Floor Mat
Rocking the Vehicle
Winter Driving
Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to check the following:
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Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator.
Refer to Coolant (Search).
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Inspect the lead-acid battery and its cables. Cold reduces battery capacity.
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Inspect the EV system for damage and loose connections.
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Use washer fluid made with antifreeze―but do not use coolant antifreeze for washer fluid (Search).
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Remove snow before driving. Snow left on the windshield is dangerous as it could obstruct vision.
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Do not apply excessive force to a window scraper when removing ice or frozen snow on the mirror glass and windshield.
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Never use warm or hot water for removing snow or ice from windows and mirrors as it could result in the glass cracking.
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Drive slowly. Braking performance can be adversely affected if snow or ice adheres to the brake components. If this situation occurs, drive the vehicle slowly, releasing the accelerator pedal and lightly applying the brakes several times until the brake performance returns to normal.
Overloading
Be careful not to overload your vehicle:
The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle are on the Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label on the driver's door frame. Exceeding these ratings can cause an accident or vehicle damage. You can estimate the weight of the load by weighing the items (or people) before putting them in the vehicle.
Driving on Uneven Road
Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps at excessive speeds. Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps.
Use care not to damage the vehicle's underbody, bumpers or muffler(s) when driving under the following conditions:
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Ascending or descending a slope with a sharp transition angle
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Ascending or descending a driveway or trailer ramp with a sharp transition angle
This vehicle is equipped with low profile tires allowing class-leading performance and handling. As a result, the sidewall of the tires are very thin and the tires and wheels can be damaged if driven through potholes or on rough/uneven roads at excessive speeds. Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough/uneven roads or through potholes.
