Is shifting gears done manually or by voice command?
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By voice command. Gear shifting is a test item in Subject 3 of the driving test. Below are specific details about the Subject 3 test: 1. Content of the Subject 3 test: The road driving skills test for Subject 3 generally includes: vehicle preparation, simulated light test, starting, driving in a straight line, gear shifting operation, changing lanes, pulling over, going straight through intersections, turning left at intersections, turning right at intersections, passing pedestrian crossings, passing school zones, passing bus stops, meeting other vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and nighttime driving. 2. Precautions for the Subject 3 test: During the test, operate calmly. Do not let nervousness affect your gear shifting and light operations, and avoid losing points on the simplest procedures.
When I was learning to drive, I also struggled with whether to rely on voice prompts for gear shifting. Later, my instructor said it's all about coordinating your hands and feet—don't expect any prompts. In a manual transmission car, shifting gears means pressing the clutch with one foot while pushing or pulling the gear lever with one hand, judging the timing based on speed and engine sound—too low and you'll lug the engine, too high and you'll strain it. Start in first gear, accelerate, then shift to second; downshift to third for overtaking—all these require real-time feel. Voice navigation might guide directions, but it won’t handle gear details, so you must practice the feel, or you’ll stall frequently in city traffic—super embarrassing. Oh, and beginners often forget clutch depth, making gear shifts tough; I later learned to lightly press the gas before slowly releasing the clutch for smoother shifts. Overall, manual shifting is a fundamental driving skill—practice makes perfect. Don’t slack off relying on voice prompts; the risk is too high.
