10,000 Miles: Broken In Yet?

I just passed 10,000 miles this weekend, and I'm wondering whether I can consider my Prius officially broken-in.

It's been a wonderful ride. I don't think I'd change much, though I miss auto-on headlights and heated, multi-adjustable seats with lumbar support, and I'd really like a built-in, through-the-system manager for my iPod.

Otherwise, I couldn't ask for a better car. I love the electronic gadgets, the interior space, the "tight" construction of the car, and . . . and . . .

High MPGs and Low Pollution!!!

Lifetime MPG: 49.9 for 10,247 miles (MFD readings). Gas costs per mile: $0.064.

For those old veterans out there: Have I now hit my stride? Will I see anything improve? Will I see anything deteriorate?

For those new and old contributors to PriusChat: Thank you for the immeasurable value you've added to my understanding and enjoyment of this fabulous automobile!!!

 

I suppose the question should be: Which is more easily "broken-in", the car or the driver?

I think I am still learning how best to drive the car. Managing speed and MPG max in rolling hills is a fun exercise, but doing it so as not to drive other folks nuts is the trick. I do not want to create havoc for one driver, much less a whole line of people, so I keep an eye out for approaching traffic (from behind) to see how far I can let the car go in speed variation (up or down).

Thinking about it now, I can't recall having this much fun learning about a car. The novelties seem to have worn off earlier on other cars (except for that '69 Camero Rally Sport).