Press the Clutch First or Release the Throttle First?

[MacRuth]

Release the throttle first. Pressing the clutch without releasing the throttle can cause the clutch to disengage at high RPMs, which may burn the clutch plates over time. The standard procedure for both upshifting and downshifting is: release the throttle, press the clutch, shift gears, slowly release the clutch while gently applying throttle. It's important to note that your foot must completely disengage from the throttle pedal; otherwise, you're still accelerating. The clutch in a car serves to disconnect or connect the engine's power to the wheels. When the driver presses the clutch pedal, the engine's transmission disconnects from the wheels, preventing engine power from reaching them. If the throttle isn't released after pressing the clutch, the engine continues to work uselessly and may potentially damage the clutch release bearing.