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Does anyone know what the 'dots' are on the edges of the windshield and rear window? They are also around the rear-view mirror area of the windshield.

Does anyone know what the 'dots' are on the edges of the windshield and rear window? They are also around the rear-view mirror area of the windshield.

Does anyone have any idea why Ford says not to tow anything with the FFH? Would it be the CVT? I know it's not a lack of power, 'cause the FFH has way more power than my old Accord did and I towed lots with that one!

More experienced owners can correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe it is the regenerative braking kicking in. I 've had my FFH since January and noticed the same thing. Different than my Accord was, but I got used to the new 'feel' quickly.

Thanks for the welcome! I am a longtime Toyota/Honda owner and this is my first EVER American car! I am very pleased with my Hybrid so far and hope to continue to be.

Thanks for the input! I appreciate you all taking the time to chime in. I will switch to "Empower" and work on my driving. I'm just the type that likes to see how much I can stretch a gallon of gas. I used to practice 'high-miler' techniques in my Accord, so it's natural to continue my habits with the Fusion. And the mpg displays in the Hybrid make it even more fun!

Having owned my 2010 Fusion Hybrid for almost 2 months, I'm wondering if other Hybrid owners would have similar observations: - I find that it takes a very light touch on the gas pedal to keep it in EV mode; any sudden pressure or load demand (going up a hill) switches over to gas motor. - once the systems have warmed up, the easiest way to get into EV mode is to accelerate to the desired speed (say 30mph) and let off the accelerator, then gently keep up the speed in EV mode - I've had it up to 40mph in EV mode, but no higher (maybe downhill?) Any comments/additions would be welcome.