"B" mode is inefficient and will give you worse mileage. Also, the cruise control, an excellent tool for good mileage, won't work. "B" should best be used when descending large hills to minimize the amount of work the brakes have to handle.

In contrast, "D" provides excellent handling in all conditions and allows the hybrid modes to excel.

GOOD LUCK!
Bob Wilson

Operation Iraqi Oil Freedom:

Automatic, stock, project car.

My other 1500 cc car:

Automatic, stock, backup car.
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