Do I Need to Downshift When Waiting at a Red Light in a Manual Transmission Car?

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StJameson
07/30/25 9:31am
When waiting at a red light in a manual transmission car, downshifting is necessary if you are in 3rd or 4th gear. Manual transmission starting tips: Judge based on speed. If above 30 mph, simply press the brake and adjust the pressure as needed. Press the clutch when speed drops below 30 mph, otherwise the car may stall due to gear disengagement. If you're the first car at the light and want a quick start, shift to 1st gear, press the clutch and foot brake when the countdown is under 10 seconds. Start quickly when the light turns green. Automatic transmission starting tips: The gear selection while waiting at a red light depends on the waiting time. For waits under 30 seconds, simply keep the brake pressed while remaining in D gear. For waits over 30 seconds, shifting to N gear is more reasonable. On slopes, engage the handbrake - this prevents fatigue from prolonged braking and avoids dazzling brake lights for following vehicles.
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