What are the reasons for a car feeling sluggish and not accelerating when stepping on the gas pedal?

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The reasons for a car not accelerating when stepping on the gas pedal include clutch slippage, poor fuel quality, throttle carbon buildup, small engine displacement, or excessive vehicle load. Clutch slippage: When you press the gas pedal hard, the engine RPM increases quickly, but the vehicle speed does not rise accordingly; prolonged coasting with the clutch engaged; not fully depressing the clutch when shifting gears, resulting in incomplete gear engagement; or keeping the vehicle in a semi-clutch state for extended periods. It is important to maintain good driving habits, use the clutch properly, and replace the clutch disc if necessary. Poor fuel quality: Using low-quality fuel can affect the gasoline filter and fuel lines, leading to poor fuel supply and resulting in weak acceleration. It is necessary to switch to qualified gasoline. Throttle carbon buildup: Carbon deposits accumulating on the throttle can affect the air intake volume, leading to insufficient engine power and the car's inability to accelerate when stepping on the gas. Regular cleaning of throttle carbon deposits is required. Small engine displacement or excessive vehicle load: If this is the case, it is considered a normal phenomenon. How the gas pedal works: When the gas pedal is pressed, it directly controls the throttle. The throttle opening increases, allowing more air to enter the engine. At this point, the ECU commands the fuel injection system to inject more fuel, increasing the engine RPM and causing the car to accelerate.