Does Putting a Manual Transmission in Neutral Save Fuel?
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Nowadays, coasting in neutral with a manual transmission does not save fuel. Introduction to Coasting in Neutral with Manual Transmission: So-called coasting in neutral refers to the driving behavior where the manual transmission vehicle is shifted into neutral during driving, allowing the vehicle to move forward by inertia. When the car is in neutral, the clutch disconnects the engine from the power system, and the engine can only maintain an idle state without power output. Fuel-Saving Tips for Cars: Dirty spark plugs and clogged air filters can reduce fuel efficiency. Maintain proper tire pressure. If the tire pressure is too low, it will consume more fuel, so check the tire pressure frequently. Avoid prolonged idling. The engine still consumes fuel when idling, so try to turn off the engine when parked and waiting.