What Are the Criteria for Judging Neutral Coasting?
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When a vehicle is in motion, as long as the gear is not in positions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or R, it is considered neutral coasting. Related information: 1. Neutral coasting: Neutral coasting refers to the operation method where the driver shifts the gear lever to the neutral position while the vehicle is moving, disengaging the clutch between the engine and the drive wheels, and allowing the vehicle to coast using its inertia. Neutral coasting must be performed under conditions that ensure safety and normal vehicle technical conditions. Engine-off coasting is not allowed, especially when descending steep or long slopes, where neither engine-off nor neutral coasting is permitted. 2. Impact: If the vehicle is already shifted to neutral while moving and emergency braking is applied, the chassis transmission system is not connected to the engine, and without the assistance of engine braking, the braking effect will be poor (especially for overloaded vehicles). This can cause the vehicle to lose balance and skid sideways, ultimately leading to an accident due to loss of control. Moreover, the harder and faster the braking is applied under such conditions, the worse the braking force becomes, and the more severe the skidding will be.