Should You Press the Accelerator When Shifting Gears?

[DelHadley]

You should not press the accelerator when shifting gears. When upshifting, release the accelerator, depress the clutch, shift up, release the clutch, and then press the accelerator. When downshifting, release the accelerator, depress the clutch, lightly tap the brake, shift down, release the clutch, and apply throttle as needed. In general, you should always release the accelerator when shifting, and the entire process can be completed in just one second in actual operation. Proper clutch coordination is essential when shifting gears: Whether using the double-clutch shifting method or the single-clutch shifting method, it's important to fully depress the clutch pedal when shifting. After completing the shift but before fully releasing the clutch, gently press the accelerator, then slowly release the clutch while maintaining a semi-engaged state until the vehicle speed stabilizes before completely releasing the clutch. Control your speed before shifting: Gear shifting should be determined based on vehicle speed. You should accelerate before upshifting and decelerate before downshifting. It's worth noting that when downshifting, to prevent mechanical wear, it's best to use the double-clutch method.