What are the corresponding speeds for each car gear?
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1st gear is used for starting; 2nd gear corresponds to a speed of 5-20km/h; 3rd gear corresponds to 20-40km/h; 4th gear corresponds to 40-60km/h; 5th gear corresponds to 60-100km/h, or the maximum speed. Relevant information about manual transmission cars is as follows: 1. Introduction: A car that uses a manual shift mechanical transmission (also known as manual transmission, MT) to adjust speed. That is, the gear shift lever must be moved manually to change the gear meshing position inside the transmission, altering the gear ratio to achieve speed change. The gear shift lever can only be moved when the clutch is depressed. 2. Composition: By switching different gear sets, gear changes are achieved. As a key component in distributing power, the transmission must have two major parts: the power input shaft and output shaft, plus the gears that make up the transmission, which are the most basic components of a manual transmission.
As someone who has driven for many years, I believe the speed ranges for each gear aren't rigid rules—they're affected by vehicle type, weight, and road conditions. For manual transmissions, the basic ranges are: 1st gear from 0 to around 20 km/h, mainly for starting or hill starts; 2nd gear between 20-40 km/h, good for gradual acceleration; 3rd gear 40-60 km/h, commonly used for city commuting; 4th gear 60-80 km/h, ideal for suburban roads or expressways; 5th gear 80+ km/h, suited for highways or steady cruising. When I drive, I prefer watching the tachometer—shifting between 2,000 to 3,000 RPM feels smoothest, saving fuel and protecting the engine. In city traffic jams, you'll often alternate between 2nd and 3rd gears; avoid higher gears to prevent engine shudder. On inclines, downshift early to maintain power. Each vehicle differs—sedans, SUVs, and performance cars have variations, with recommended speeds listed in the owner's manual. With practice, you'll naturally find the rhythm—when the engine sound deepens, it's time to shift.