What are the differences between first, second, and third gears in a manual transmission?
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Manual transmission first, second, and third gears differ in terms of speed range and driving conditions. Speed range differences: First gear is used for starting, with speeds up to 20 km/h; second gear is used between 20-40 km/h; while third gear can be used between forty to sixty km/h. Driving condition differences: First gear is the starting gear, used when initiating vehicle movement. Its gear ratio is similar to reverse gear and not suitable for prolonged high-speed operation. Generally, you can shift to second gear once the car gains momentum; second gear is the passing gear, mainly used for navigating complex road surfaces and handling difficult situations; third gear is the transition gear, primarily used for low-speed urban driving. Depending on driving conditions, you can transition to fourth gear or downshift to second gear when decelerating.