Better: Dog Mode — Because Our Best Friends Matter

For many drivers, “better” means faster acceleration or lower maintenance.
For dog lovers, “better” means peace of mind.

One of the quiet breakthroughs of electric vehicles is Dog Mode—a feature that reflects something deeper about EVs: they are designed around people, families, and yes, our four-legged companions.

What Is Dog Mode?

Dog Mode allows an EV to keep the cabin at a safe, comfortable temperature while the driver steps away—whether it’s to run into a store, grab a coffee, or pick up takeout. The screen clearly displays a message like:

“My owner will be back soon. The A/C is on and I’m comfortable.”

For anyone who travels with dogs in Arizona, that message means everything.

Why Dog Mode Matters in Arizona

Arizona heat is no joke. Even a few minutes in a traditional gas vehicle can be dangerous—or deadly—for pets. With EVs:

  • Climate control runs without an engine idling

  • The system is quiet, efficient, and emissions-free

  • Cabin temperature is actively managed

  • Drivers can check on conditions remotely through vehicle apps

Dog Mode isn’t a gimmick—it’s a safety feature, and one that makes EVs uniquely suited to life in hot climates.

An EV Advantage Gas Cars Simply Don’t Have

In an EV, the air conditioning runs directly from the battery. There’s no engine heat, no tailpipe emissions, and no “don’t turn the car off” dilemma.

That means:

  • No fumes

  • No wasted fuel

  • No noise

  • No risk of overheating from engine shutdown

It’s a perfect example of how electric vehicles aren’t just replacing gas cars—they’re rethinking what a car can do.

Designed with Care, Not Just Performance

Dog Mode reflects a broader truth about EVs:
they’re built with thoughtful, human-centered design.

The same technology that:

  • Pre-cools your car on a 110° day

  • Allows you to monitor temperature from your phone

  • Uses energy efficiently and intelligently

…also protects the ones who can’t speak for themselves.

For many EV owners, Dog Mode becomes one of those features they never expected—but can’t imagine living without.

“Better” Means Worry-Free Moments

Ask EV drivers what Dog Mode really delivers, and you’ll hear the same thing:

  • Less anxiety

  • More flexibility

  • Safer choices

  • Happier dogs

And for anyone who’s ever cut an errand short because of concern for a pet, that peace of mind is priceless.

Cheaper. Faster. Better.

EVs are:

  • Cheaper to fuel and maintain

  • Faster off the line and smoother to drive

  • Better—because they protect our families, our air, and our dogs

In Arizona, where heat shapes daily life, Dog Mode is more than a feature.
It’s proof that electric vehicles are designed for the real world—and everyone in it.