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At What Speed Should You Shift Gears in a Manual Transmission?

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Randall

07/29/25 7:54am

Manual transmission should shift gears when the speed reaches 20 km/h and the engine speed is between 1500 to 2000 rpm. A manual transmission is a type of manual gearbox where the driver manually shifts gears by moving the gear lever, which changes the gear engagement inside the transmission and alters the gear ratio to achieve speed variation. The working principle of a manual transmission involves using the shift fork to change the gear ratio or tooth ratio of the engaged gears, thereby altering the driving torque to suit different driving conditions. The method for shifting gears in a manual transmission is as follows: 1. Gently press the clutch pedal all the way down with your left foot; 2. Lightly hold the gear lever with your right hand and shift gears according to the current speed. The shifting action should be gentle, quick, and done in one smooth motion; 3. Slowly release the clutch with your left foot, and depending on the speed, you can slightly press the accelerator with your right foot to complete the gear shift.

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MacKaylee

08/12/25 11:09am

I've been driving manual transmission for over 20 years, and there's really no fixed speed for shifting gears—it mainly depends on engine RPM and driving conditions. Normally, I'm used to shifting between 2000 to 2500 RPM. In the city, I shift to 2nd gear at around 10 km/h when starting, and up to 3rd gear at about 30 km/h. But when going uphill or carrying heavy loads, I might need to shift at 15 km/h, otherwise the car lacks power. The key is to listen to the engine sound—when it starts whining, it's time to shift. Shifting too early can cause the car to struggle, while shifting too late at high RPM wastes fuel and increases wear. Also, different car models vary significantly—for example, driving an SUV is different from driving a sedan, and new cars with eco mode even prompt you when to shift. Remember, in winter, let the car warm up before driving, and pay extra attention to shift timing—don't rush into high-speed driving.

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