Does coasting in neutral gear damage a manual transmission car?

[KaiRose]

Coasting in neutral gear can damage a manual transmission car. The following is an analysis of the hazards of coasting in neutral: Damage to the braking system: Prolonged coasting in neutral, such as when descending a hill, causes the vehicle speed to increase due to the assistance of gravity, requiring frequent use of the brakes. Continuous braking leads to a rise in the temperature of the braking system, eventually causing the brake fluid to vaporize. Impact on braking performance: Coasting in neutral also negatively affects braking. Similar to "driving in a low gear" when going downhill, the vehicle's drivetrain utilizes internal resistance (through the friction plates between the engine and transmission) to control speed, which acts as an internal brake at high speeds. Risk to life safety: When coasting in neutral, the engine and transmission are disconnected, eliminating the "internal braking" effect. In situations where vehicles are close together and the leading vehicle stops abruptly, if the following vehicle is coasting in neutral, it must rely entirely on the wheel braking system, significantly increasing the likelihood of a rear-end collision.