Do You Need to Keep Pressing the Clutch While Driving?

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You do not need to keep pressing the clutch while driving. Releasing the clutch during steady driving will not stall the car, and pressing the accelerator does not require pressing the clutch. The car clutch is used more frequently during gear shifts. In daily driving, lightly touching the clutch pedal has minimal impact on the clutch; however, keeping the clutch in a semi-engaged state not only affects vehicle performance but also causes significant damage to the clutch plate. The clutch is a common component in mechanical transmissions, allowing the drivetrain to be disengaged or engaged as needed. It is installed inside the flywheel housing between the engine and the transmission, secured to the rear plane of the flywheel with screws, and its purpose is to transmit the engine's torque to the transmission.