Does Braking in Neutral Gear Damage the Car?
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Braking in neutral gear does not damage the car. However, for manual transmission models, it is advisable to avoid prolonged coasting in neutral gear when going downhill. It is recommended to use engine braking in combination with the brakes, as the car lacks traction when in neutral gear. Prolonged coasting can lead to brake failure and potential safety hazards. Neutral gear refers to the state where the vehicle's gearshift lever is not engaged in any forward or reverse gear, completely disconnecting the transmission from the drive wheels. Neutral gear is typically used in situations such as towing, waiting at traffic lights, coasting, shifting gears while driving, and parking. Manual transmission, also known as a manual gearbox, requires the driver to manually shift the gear lever to change the gear engagement inside the transmission, altering the gear ratio to achieve speed variation.