At What Speed to Shift Gears?
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Here is a detailed introduction on when to upshift based on speed: 1. First gear: Start moving, gently release the clutch, and shift to 2nd gear when speed reaches above 10 km/h. 2. Second gear: Normally drive above 20 km/h before shifting to 3rd gear. 3. Third gear: Shift to 4th gear when speed exceeds 35 km/h. 4. Fourth gear: Shift to 5th gear when speed goes above 45 km/h. 5. For cars with 6 or more gears: Upshift one gear for every approximately 15 mph increase in speed. Here are some additional points: 1. Reducing carbon buildup: Normally when shifting gears, the engine speed should be around 2500 rpm. Shifting at this time helps reduce engine carbon deposits. 2. Vehicle shuddering: If you shift gears when the engine speed is too low, the vehicle may shudder, indicating the engine is operating at low speed with high load. This can be harmful to the vehicle.