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Auto train safe?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by furtceli, Apr 28, 2014.

  1. furtceli

    furtceli New Member

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    Hi everyone! Has anyone taken their Prius onto the Auto Train? The staff there will drive your car onto and off the train, and I am just wondering if they know how to operate the Prius or other high tech cars like a Tesla? And the travel time for Auto train is about 17 hours (there is only one route with no stops) and is it safe for the key to be in the car for that long? Please share your experience. Many thanks!!
     
    #1 furtceli, Apr 28, 2014
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    What's an auto train?

    The Prius may be high tech, but it's also one of the most common cars on the road. And I wouldn't worry about leaving the key in the car for that long.

    Just like any car, I would hope they would set the parking brake to avoid wear on the parking pawl in the transmission.
     
    #2 TomB985, Apr 28, 2014
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    Auto train is part of the Amtrak system, it's a route from Orlando, FL to northern Virginia just outside of DC. It's about 17 hours with no stops in between. You car will be in the cargo carts and they will be loaded and unloaded by staff working there. Really nice way to travel and great to have your car there at the destination, just not sure if they understand the operation of a Prius and if the key will still be functional after being inside of the car for so long.
     
    #3 furtceli, Apr 28, 2014
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    As long as the car isn't left in the "ready" mode, having the FOB inside should be no problem.
    And you would be on the same train, .......with the "spare" FOB in your possession, right ??

    And I don't think that staff competence would be a problem but the best tack there probably would be to ask THEM.
     
    #4 Easy Rider, Apr 28, 2014
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