Quote from: Rev.Cambeul on Wed 23 Apr 2025Well, whatever the reasons for the throttle lag, the throttle control does work. I just need to dial it to whatever I feel is best (typically the Ultra 2 setting) and it's easier to drive. No throttle lag. Which in itself uses less revs as I don't tend to put my foot down as much as I used to in order to get away from others. No throttle lag means less revving the motor, which means better fuel consumption. And then I put my foot down anyway because I like the roar of the engine.
Good thing that you had electronic controls installed, they work better than mechanical or hydraulic ones. With EVC electronic throttle control, you get better fuel economy, because a computer does the adjusting for you, just like the other electronics I mentioned.
In case you need to trade in, get the Ford Escape, Chevrolet Equinox, or GMC Terrain, they get the best fuel economy for SUVs and have all-electronic controls to the point that even the gear shifting is dial, windshield wiper lever, or push button, along with a push button permanent brake.
All these vehicles also have voice command AI GPS where all you have to do is ask for the destination and it will guide you there.
They also have digital cruise control, where all you have to do is input the speed and it will automatically accelerate to that speed and stay there.
Try inputting the top speed of 201km/h at rest and see it accelerate to that speed in seconds, faster than any manually accelerated vehicle.
The electronic controls do not just improve fuel economy and reduce maintenance, they also reduce purchase costs since electronics are cheaper than mechanical or hydraulic parts. All of these American SUVs only cost $30,000.