What it means
This is an operating-status indicator showing that an EV or hybrid is switched on and ready to drive. Green usually signals normal operation, but colour and display behaviour vary by manufacturer.
What the symbol looks like: The word “READY,” sometimes with a vehicle or plug symbol, indicates that the vehicle is ready to move; the exact display varies by model.
Why it comes on
- The vehicle has completed its start-up checks
- The start button was pressed with the brake applied
- A hybrid system has entered its ready state
What to do
- Confirm the vehicle is in the intended gear before moving.
- Check that the area around the vehicle is clear.
- Remember that an EV or hybrid can move quietly.
- Switch the vehicle off when parked if you do not intend to drive.
Can I keep driving?
You can drive when the vehicle is in the intended gear and the surroundings are clear. Do not assume the vehicle is off just because the engine is silent.
Symbols and colours differ between makes and models. Your owner’s manual shows the exact lights of your car.