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Introduction to Manual Transmission Gears?

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DiSarah

07/25/25 5:10am

Manual transmission gears are divided into 1st gear, 2nd gear, 3rd gear, 4th gear, 5th gear, and R gear. Here are the specific introductions: 1. 1st gear is the starting gear. The car should start in 1st gear when idling. The speed range for 1st gear is 0km to 15km. It is also used for uphill and downhill driving to control speed using the engine's traction. 2. 2nd gear is engaged after starting in 1st gear. The speed range for 2nd gear is 10km to 25km. 3. 3rd gear is engaged after accelerating in 2nd gear. The speed range for 3rd gear is 20km to 45km. 4. 4th gear is the highest gear for most urban road driving, with a speed range of 40km to 60km. 5. 5th gear is used for maintaining high-speed driving, and can be engaged at speeds above 60km. 6. R gear is the reverse gear, used when reversing the car.

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TravisDella

08/10/25 5:40pm

As a seasoned driver with over a decade of manual transmission experience, I find manual gear shifting quite fascinating. It has a dedicated reverse gear for backing up, first gear for low-speed starts or climbing hills, second gear for accelerating to 20-40 km/h, third gear for everyday driving at 40-60 km/h, and fourth gear and above for fuel-efficient highway cruising. When shifting gears, you must depress the clutch; otherwise, the grinding sound is harsh and damages the car's lifespan. The advantage of manual transmissions is precise engine RPM control, allowing for more aggressive acceleration and thrilling overtaking, plus about 10% fuel savings in city driving. I recommend practicing clutch coordination, learning to shift by engine sound to avoid high RPM damage. Long-term, manual cars offer cheaper maintenance with fewer parts, more driving fun, and better safety control.

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