Unless you live near a ski resort or drive a lot of twisty mountain roads, you’ll probably never touch the B. And that’s okay. The Prius is already a master of efficiency without it. But now you know the secret: B is not a letter—it’s a lifesaver for your brake pads and a gentle nudge to remind you that your car is smarter than you. Next time you see it, give it a little wink. It knows what it did.
In the end, the B in Prius stands for "Baffling to most, but brilliant when needed." Or, if you prefer: "B stands for ‘Buy more snacks for the road trip, because this car will literally never break down.’" Now go forth and shift into B once, just to feel like a mad scientist. Your Prius will thank you—and so will your mechanic, who’ll have nothing to repair.
