Should You Use the Clutch or Brake to Control Speed in First Gear?

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When controlling speed in first gear, you should use the brake. Below is a related introduction about gear positions: Concept: Gear positions are adjustment devices that regulate the speed and traction (torque) of a car. The lower the gear, the slower the speed, but the greater the car's traction (torque). The higher the gear, the faster the speed, and the smaller the car's traction (torque). Gear positions are generally divided into two main categories: forward gears and reverse gear. Engaging a forward gear makes the car move forward, while engaging the reverse gear makes the car move backward. Common car gear positions: Typically, a standard car has five forward gears and one reverse gear. The first forward gear is the starting gear, where the speed is the slowest (0-10 km/h), but the torque is the highest. Applications of each gear: First gear is also suitable for climbing steep slopes. After starting, when the engine speed reaches around 2000 rpm, shift to second gear, which is suitable for low-speed urban driving and climbing gentle slopes. Similarly, shift to the next gear when the speed reaches around 2000 rpm. The fourth and fifth forward gears are high-speed gears, suitable for driving on highways with good road conditions.