Is coasting in neutral or in gear more fuel-efficient for manual transmission?
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For manual transmission, coasting in neutral at certain speeds is more fuel-efficient, but since there is no output from the engine and transmission driveshaft, it is advisable to shift gears while coasting to protect the transmission. The following is an introduction to manual transmission gears: 1. 1st gear: Used for normal starts or climbing very steep slopes. The speed is generally below 10 km/h when using this gear. 2. 2nd gear: Used as a transition gear for acceleration after starting, or for low-speed driving or climbing steep slopes. The speed is generally below 20 km/h. 3. 3rd gear: A forward gear, generally used at speeds between 20 km/h and 40 km/h, commonly used for city driving. 4. 4th gear: Can be used for speeds above 40 km/h up to 80 km/h. 5. 5th gear: Can be used for speeds above 60 km/h, typically used for high-speed driving.