Industry jargon

Turtle mode

Turtle Mode is a reduced-power state used by some electric vehicles when the battery or another vehicle condition limits the propulsion power available. A turtle or similar warning symbol can appear on the driver display. Low state of charge is one common trigger, but manufacturer logic can also reduce power because of battery temperature or other protection conditions. The available speed, power and remaining range vary by vehicle. Drivers should follow the vehicle warning and manufacturer's instructions rather than treating Turtle Mode as a normal operating mode.