Does shifting from 1st to 2nd gear pass through neutral?

[AveryRose]

No, it's not necessary. When shifting gears, you need to disengage from 1st gear, pass through neutral, and then shift into 2nd gear. So the process already involves passing through neutral, and there's no need to pause at neutral before shifting into 2nd gear. Mechanically speaking, it does pass through neutral, but it's not the vertical neutral position you might think of; it's actually the neutral position slightly to the left. Notes: 1. For manual transmission cars, the clutch must be fully depressed when shifting gears. Failing to do so over time can cause severe damage to the clutch. For cars with manual-automatic transmission, shifting from 1st to 2nd gear can be done by simply pushing the gear lever up without needing to press the brake, as both are forward gears and won't cause any issues. 2. Another point to note is that some drivers can shift gears in manual transmission cars without pressing the clutch. These are usually experienced drivers with decades of driving experience. It's best for beginners not to attempt this, as it's unlikely to succeed and may result in stalling the engine.