Do You Need to Press the Accelerator When Upshifting a Manual Transmission?
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When shifting gears in a manual transmission car, you need to press the accelerator, but you should release it before shifting and press it again after shifting. Otherwise, the clutch can wear out easily. Choose the right time to shift based on the RPM: The optimal shifting point varies from car to car. Cars with quick RPM rise and strong high-RPM torque can shift at 3000 RPM or even 4000 RPM, while cars with strong low-end torque can often shift at just above 2000 RPM. Manual transmission shifting: To shift a manual transmission, first release the accelerator, press the clutch, and then shift gears. Normally, when shifting, you press the clutch and release the accelerator simultaneously. The moment the power is cut off, the engine RPM starts to drop. If the accelerator is released too early, the engine RPM may drop first, potentially causing engine braking and resulting in jerking.