Do You Need to Press the Brake When Starting a Manual Transmission Car?

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When starting a manual transmission car, you generally do not need to press the brake. The stop-start technology allows the engine to shut off when the car is waiting at a traffic light, and the engine can restart the moment you release the brake pedal. For starting a manual transmission car on flat ground, pressing the brake is unnecessary. However, when starting on a slope, it is advisable to press the brake to prevent the car from rolling back. In contrast, starting an automatic transmission car correctly requires pressing the brake. Before stopping, gently press the brake to reduce speed, release the brake, and then press it again. A manual transmission is a gear-shifting device used to alter the speed and torque transmitted from the engine to the drive wheels. It enables the car to achieve different traction and speed under various conditions such as starting from a standstill, climbing hills, turning corners, and accelerating, while also allowing the engine to operate within a more favorable range.