Should You Release the Clutch or Brake First When Starting a Car?

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When the car is on a flat road, there is no need to press the brake, so there is no question of releasing the clutch or brake first when starting. Simply release the clutch to the semi-engaged position. Below is a partial introduction to the methods of starting a car: 1. Foot Brake Start: While pressing the foot brake, depress the clutch, shift into first gear, and release the clutch to the semi-engaged position. When the body slightly vibrates and the front of the car lifts, release the foot brake, and the car will start moving slowly forward. 2. Hand Brake Start: When starting with the hand brake, there is no need to press the foot brake. This method is used when parked on a slope to stabilize the car by pulling the hand brake. The specific operation is as follows: Hold the steering wheel steadily with the left hand, depress the clutch, shift into first gear, place the right hand on the hand brake, release the clutch to the semi-engaged point, and immediately release the hand brake to allow the car to move forward smoothly.