How to Start at Traffic Lights for Beginners
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Methods for starting at traffic lights: 1. Maintain a certain distance from the stop line. 2. Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front: If there are many vehicles already queued up ahead, try to keep a larger distance from the vehicle in front. This ensures safety and provides sufficient time and distance to observe the movements of the vehicles ahead, ensuring a smooth start. 3. Engage the handbrake to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward. 4. Shift to neutral to reduce foot fatigue. 5. Start in first gear when the light turns green, slowly release the clutch: When the light turns green, shift into first gear, press the clutch with your left foot, and slowly release the clutch. 6. After starting, observe left and right before shifting to second gear.
After driving for many years, I believe the most important thing for beginners when starting at traffic lights is safety first. Before the light turns green, get into a comfortable position and don't tense up; when stopping, maintain a safe distance from the car in front, don't get too close, and be ready to shift gears. Once the light turns green, first check the left and right mirrors to ensure no cars or pedestrians are rushing out, especially when the intersection is chaotic—take an extra moment to be cautious. When starting, for manual transmissions, slowly release the clutch while gently pressing the accelerator, and if you feel the car about to move, hold steady; for automatic transmissions, simply press the accelerator. Don't forget to practice starting in neutral to get familiar with the feeling, and in rainy weather, take it slower to avoid skidding. This habit has helped me avoid several minor accidents during rush hour, and with a few weeks of practice, beginners will get the hang of it much more easily.
