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12-18-2008, 08:10 PM
Green is really good :) (cleanmpg.com/forums/showthread.php?p=175044)
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/Eco_Assist_System_News_Headline.jpgWayne Gerdes – CleanMPG (cleanmpg.com) – Nov. 19, 2008
LA - Honda revealed a recently designed and interactive, driver-focused fuel economy enhancement technology called Ecological Drive Assist System (Eco Assist™) set to debut on the all-new Honda Insight in the spring of 2009.
Eco Assist’s multiple functions
The driver-activated ECON mode optimizes control of the continuously variable transmission (CVT), engine and related powertrain components to conserve fuel. Also included is a range of driver feedback functions including one that uses speedometer background color to provide real-time guidance on environmentally responsible driving. Another includes a standard instantaneous and averaging FCD providing real time detailed data feedback while yet another an all-new economy scoring function provides further, less invasive feedback about current driving habits as well as feedback on cumulative, long-term driving style.
"Hybrid drivers enjoy trying to get the most fuel economy from their vehicles," said Dan Bonawitz, vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "The visual nature of Eco Assist is intended to help drivers improve their efficient driving skills by making the hybrid experience more fun and rewarding."
Honda developed the powertrain control, driver guidance and driver feedback functions of Eco Assist to help enhance real-world fuel economy. In particular, the scoring function provides cumulative, long-term feedback through graphic 'leaves,' which grow over time as drivers learn and implement driving practices that increase fuel economy.
Activated by a green "ECON" button on the instrument panel, ECON mode optimizes control of the transmission and engine to conserve fuel. ECON mode also adjusts A/C operation, increases the potential for engaging the idle stop feature sooner and increases battery charging during regenerative braking.
The “killer app” with regards to Eco Assist’s fuel economy feedback system for the most novice of drivers uses the speedometers background color-changing appearance to indicate real-time fuel efficiency. Fuel-saving activities incorporating light and smooth acceleration and braking make the meter glow green. Somewhat less efficient driving makes the meter glow blue-green. Aggressive starts and stops that consume extra fuel make the meter glow blue. By observing the speedometer background's response to driving practices and seeking to achieve a consistently green color, drivers can receive assistance in developing driving habits that enhance fuel economy under most driving circumstances.
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/Eco_Assist_System_Details_Large.jpg
Eco Assist w/ Eco Guide Scoring shown.
The scoring function provides feedback about not only current driving habits but cumulative, long-term feedback tracking as well. Located in the center of the instrument panel of the all-new Insight, the Multi-Information Display offers drivers a selection of displays, including the scoring function, in which the number of 'leaves' displayed indicates the level of environmentally responsible driving performance.
Eco Assists scoring function encourages drivers to take an interest in developing fuel efficient driving habits over the long term.
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/Eco_Assist_System_News_Headline.jpgWayne Gerdes – CleanMPG (cleanmpg.com) – Nov. 19, 2008
LA - Honda revealed a recently designed and interactive, driver-focused fuel economy enhancement technology called Ecological Drive Assist System (Eco Assist™) set to debut on the all-new Honda Insight in the spring of 2009.
Eco Assist’s multiple functions
The driver-activated ECON mode optimizes control of the continuously variable transmission (CVT), engine and related powertrain components to conserve fuel. Also included is a range of driver feedback functions including one that uses speedometer background color to provide real-time guidance on environmentally responsible driving. Another includes a standard instantaneous and averaging FCD providing real time detailed data feedback while yet another an all-new economy scoring function provides further, less invasive feedback about current driving habits as well as feedback on cumulative, long-term driving style.
"Hybrid drivers enjoy trying to get the most fuel economy from their vehicles," said Dan Bonawitz, vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "The visual nature of Eco Assist is intended to help drivers improve their efficient driving skills by making the hybrid experience more fun and rewarding."
Honda developed the powertrain control, driver guidance and driver feedback functions of Eco Assist to help enhance real-world fuel economy. In particular, the scoring function provides cumulative, long-term feedback through graphic 'leaves,' which grow over time as drivers learn and implement driving practices that increase fuel economy.
Activated by a green "ECON" button on the instrument panel, ECON mode optimizes control of the transmission and engine to conserve fuel. ECON mode also adjusts A/C operation, increases the potential for engaging the idle stop feature sooner and increases battery charging during regenerative braking.
The “killer app” with regards to Eco Assist’s fuel economy feedback system for the most novice of drivers uses the speedometers background color-changing appearance to indicate real-time fuel efficiency. Fuel-saving activities incorporating light and smooth acceleration and braking make the meter glow green. Somewhat less efficient driving makes the meter glow blue-green. Aggressive starts and stops that consume extra fuel make the meter glow blue. By observing the speedometer background's response to driving practices and seeking to achieve a consistently green color, drivers can receive assistance in developing driving habits that enhance fuel economy under most driving circumstances.
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/Eco_Assist_System_Details_Large.jpg
Eco Assist w/ Eco Guide Scoring shown.
The scoring function provides feedback about not only current driving habits but cumulative, long-term feedback tracking as well. Located in the center of the instrument panel of the all-new Insight, the Multi-Information Display offers drivers a selection of displays, including the scoring function, in which the number of 'leaves' displayed indicates the level of environmentally responsible driving performance.
Eco Assists scoring function encourages drivers to take an interest in developing fuel efficient driving habits over the long term.