Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit -

Locks onto a target to deal damage. Best used just before a turn to smash them off the road.

: As a cop, focus on the slower vehicles at the back of the pack first. The game’s "catch-up" mechanic often slows down AI in front as you clear the rear. Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit

: Shortcuts are visible on the mini-map as dirt paths. They are often faster but offer less grip; save your nitrous to maintain speed on these surfaces. Locks onto a target to deal damage

: To break an EMP lock, force the targeting vehicle to overtake you, hit them with a spike strip, or use a Jammer. The game’s "catch-up" mechanic often slows down AI

Temporarily disables cop equipment (including active EMP locks and deployed spikes).

: Follow closely behind opponents to gain a speed boost. Be careful as racers can drop spike strips. Combat & Equipment Strategy

: Charges through "dangerous" driving, such as drifting, near-misses with traffic, and driving in oncoming lanes.