Economy mode offered a simple way for drivers to make their vehicles more fuel-conscious without changing their driving habits significantly.
While modern cars often include advanced “Eco” driving modes controlled electronically through onboard computer systems, earlier versions relied on more basic mechanical or transmission-based adjustments. The “E” setting was an early example of how manufacturers responded to growing interest in fuel savings.
Is It Still Used Today?
Many newer vehicles no longer display a single “E” on the gear stick. Instead, they may offer selectable drive modes such as Eco,
