The 'EV' in 'EV Mode'

mbutterfield · 07-12-2006, 08:15 PM

Can anyone tell me what the 'EV' in 'EV Mode' stands for?

TheForce · 07-12-2006, 08:18 PM

E lectric
V ehicle

**Tideland Prius** · 07-12-2006, 08:18 PM

Electric Vehicle

mssmith95 · 07-13-2006, 12:44 AM

Sorry, I just can't resist!

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But in all seriousness, you can find a lot of information on EV mode by doing a quick search...if you have questions, please let us know.

Mike

**efusco** · 07-13-2006, 06:06 AM

You'll most commonly see the term EV mode used on this board when folks are discussing the use of one of the means of activating the 'hidden' feature of the N. American Prius.

On Japanese and EU Prii there is an OEM button that allows one to encourage the car into an electric only mode where you can use a little more pedal pressure and travel a little faster before the ICE kicks in.

Some of us have added that OEM button, other's have used some other aftermarket options and others just cobbled their own buttons together.

check the articles under the features section for more info.

mbutterfield · 07-13-2006, 08:52 AM

Thanks all! Now it makes (obvious) sense.

I have read many of the EV threads, and a search on 'EV mode' yields numerous results. I never saw (or, perhaps I overlooked) the EV acronym explained.

Anyway, I am *very* interested in putting it on my car (as soon as it arrives). I don't worry about using it, since the 'feature' exists AND is enabled (very similar to a public API in software). If Toyota really objects to it's use, they would (or should) have already disabled it's use in the software or firmware. Of course, they then have to explain why it works *just fine* outside the US.

I have yet to decide whether to buy a switch, or add my own. I am leaning toward the 'purchased' switch since it will look 'built in' without looking like a hack. As I have an electronics and mechanical background, this should be a very trivial modification.

Metaphorically, if you put a button or knob out there, someone will come along and push or turn it just to see what it does.

**TonyPSchaefer** · 07-13-2006, 08:56 AM

EV = Electron Voltage

**Tideland Prius** · 07-13-2006, 01:55 PM

wouldn't that be eV Tony?

aaf709 · 07-13-2006, 02:18 PM

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Can anyone tell me what the 'EV' in 'EV Mode' stands for?
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It stands for Darell's favorite letters. :P

Bill Merchant · 07-14-2006, 02:46 AM

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I have yet to decide whether to buy a switch, or add my own. I am leaning toward the 'purchased' switch since it will look 'built in' without looking like a hack. As I have an electronics and mechanical background, this should be a very trivial modification.[/b]

If you read all the threads, you can find out how to add EV Mode without adding a separate switch, by using an existing switch, such as your headlight high-beam momentary switch. An invisible EV Mode switch to go with EV Stealth Mode...

07-13-2006, 06:06 AM	#5
efusco Troll Slayer Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Nixa, MO Posts: 14,253 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 1 Time in 1 Post TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 24	You'll most commonly see the term EV mode used on this board when folks are discussing the use of one of the means of activating the 'hidden' feature of the N. American Prius. On Japanese and EU Prii there is an OEM button that allows one to encourage the car into an electric only mode where you can use a little more pedal pressure and travel a little faster before the ICE kicks in. Some of us have added that OEM button, other's have used some other aftermarket options and others just cobbled their own buttons together. check the articles under the features section for more info. __________________ Evan E. Fusco, MD Seaside 04BC9/OEM EVb/NAV & auto-BT/XM Radio, CAN-View, Shark Fin, BT Stiff. Plate, Skid Plate & Strut Support

07-13-2006, 08:52 AM	#6
mbutterfield Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 34 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Thanks all! Now it makes (obvious) sense. I have read many of the EV threads, and a search on 'EV mode' yields numerous results. I never saw (or, perhaps I overlooked) the EV acronym explained. Anyway, I am very interested in putting it on my car (as soon as it arrives). I don't worry about using it, since the 'feature' exists AND is enabled (very similar to a public API in software). If Toyota really objects to it's use, they would (or should) have already disabled it's use in the software or firmware. Of course, they then have to explain why it works just fine outside the US. I have yet to decide whether to buy a switch, or add my own. I am leaning toward the 'purchased' switch since it will look 'built in' without looking like a hack. As I have an electronics and mechanical background, this should be a very trivial modification. Metaphorically, if you put a button or knob out there, someone will come along and push or turn it just to see what it does. __________________ To continue, press any key... Arrgh! I can't find the ANY key! I find CTRL, ESC, DEL, but not the ANY key!

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07-12-2006, 08:15 PM	#1
mbutterfield Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 34 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Can anyone tell me what the 'EV' in 'EV Mode' stands for?

07-12-2006, 08:18 PM	#2
TheForce I Plug-In My Prius Join Date: May 2005 Location: Wheelersburg, Ohio Posts: 2,136 My Car: 2006 Prius Package: #7 Nominated 7 Times in 2 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 18	E lectric V ehicle

07-12-2006, 08:18 PM	#3
Tideland Prius Super Moderator Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Canada Posts: 13,920 My Car: 2005 Prius Package: B Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 11	Electric Vehicle

07-13-2006, 12:44 AM	#4
mssmith95 "I think my Dad's gone CRAZY!" Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 533 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Sorry, I just can't resist! [attachmentid=4124] But in all seriousness, you can find a lot of information on EV mode by doing a quick search...if you have questions, please let us know. Mike

07-13-2006, 08:56 AM	#7
TonyPSchaefer Ruler of Omicron Persei 8 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Far-North Chicagoland Posts: 8,439 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 4 Times in 2 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 16	EV = Electron Voltage

07-13-2006, 01:55 PM	#8
Tideland Prius Super Moderator Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Canada Posts: 13,920 My Car: 2005 Prius Package: B Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 11	wouldn't that be eV Tony?