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Should You Press the Accelerator When Shifting Gears in a Manual Transmission?

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ChristopherFitz
07/30/25 8:53am
1. When upshifting. For manual transmission cars when upshifting, you should first release the accelerator, then quickly press the clutch and shift gears rapidly. Of course, you can also press the clutch while releasing the accelerator. If you press the clutch first and then release the accelerator, it will cause the engine to run without load, producing a roaring sound, which not only wastes fuel but also increases noise. 2. When downshifting. For manual transmission cars when downshifting, you should first apply the brakes to reduce the speed, then press the clutch, followed by a quick gear shift. When downshifting, it is necessary to reduce the speed, so there is no need to press the accelerator. When shifting gears in a manual transmission car you need to master the speed of releasing the clutch. In lower gears, such as shifting from first to second gear, second to third gear, or downshifting from third to second gear, second to first gear, you should let the clutch stay at the semi-engaged position for a moment before fully releasing it. This way, the vehicle will not experience jerking during driving. Driving a manual transmission car, the most crucial technique is the coordination between the accelerator and the clutch. Mastering this coordination means you have grasped the essence of driving a manual transmission car, making your driving smoother and more fluid.
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