Should You Downshift When Driving Downhill?
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It is necessary to downshift when driving downhill. Here are some relevant details: 1. Downhill Driving: Downhill driving refers to operating a vehicle on a descending slope. Due to inertia, downhill roads are more challenging to navigate than uphill roads and require specific techniques and skills. 2. Warning: To maintain vehicle control, avoid using 'speed control' in situations such as when you cannot maintain the set speed; on slippery surfaces like snow or ice; in heavy traffic, congestion, frequent speed changes, or rough road conditions. 3. Precautions: When driving downhill, coasting in neutral will cause the vehicle to accelerate continuously. In an emergency, brake failure can be extremely dangerous, so it is prohibited to coast downhill in neutral.