How to Use Gears in a Manual Transmission?
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Correct methods for using each gear in a manual transmission: 1. First gear is the starting gear, used for vehicle launch. Its gear ratio is similar to reverse gear, so it's not suitable for prolonged high-speed operation. Generally, shift to second gear once the vehicle gains momentum; 2. Second gear is the passing gear, mainly used for navigating complex road conditions and handling challenging situations; 3. Third gear is the transition gear, primarily for low-speed urban driving; 4. Fourth gear is the cruising gear, ideal for prolonged high-speed and economical driving. Most vehicles achieve their optimal fuel efficiency in the lower speed range of fourth gear; 5. Fifth gear is the high-speed gear, mainly used for long-distance highway driving.