At what speed should I shift to second gear?
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You can shift to second gear when the speed reaches 10-20 km/h. Here is an introduction to manual transmission: Introduction: A car that uses a manual shift mechanical transmission (also known as manual transmission, MT) to adjust the speed. That is, you need to manually move the gear lever to change the gear meshing position inside the transmission, change the transmission ratio, and thus achieve speed change. The gear lever can only be moved when the clutch is depressed. Manual transmission: It has a simple structure, reliable performance, and low manufacturing and maintenance costs. It also has high transmission efficiency (theoretically more fuel-efficient). Additionally, due to pure mechanical control, the gear shift response is fast, and it can more directly reflect the driver's intention, making it more fun to drive.
The timing for manual gear shifting mainly depends on the tachometer and speedometer. Generally, after starting in first gear, you can shift to second gear when the speed reaches 15-25 km/h. When driving in the city, I usually watch the RPM; shift to second gear when the engine reaches around 2000 RPM—older cars a bit lower, newer cars a bit higher. When going uphill, wait until the speed increases a bit more before shifting to avoid jerking, and delay the shifting timing when the air conditioning is on. Remember to fully depress the clutch when shifting, or the gearbox will make a grinding noise, which is bad for it. With experience, you can tell when to shift by the engine sound—when it starts to sound dull and labored, it’s time to upshift.
