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Can you switch to sport mode while driving?
I always forget to turn it on until I’m already driving, but I don’t want to damage my car by trying to change modes while I’m on the road. Will it hurt my car if I switch to sport mode when the car’s in motion?
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You can switch to sport mode while driving. Turning it on when you’re already in motion won’t damage your car.
Sport mode typically functions much like cruise control. It’s meant to be activated in the moment when necessary. So if you want to turn on sport mode to make it easier to cruise around sharp curves, go ahead.
However, it should be noted that sport mode can decrease your engine life over time if you use it frequently. This is because sport mode puts a greater strain on your engine than regular driving.
For similar reasons, sport mode also demands a lot more fuel than regular driving. So just be aware and use it at your discretion!
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