What does it mean when an experienced driver shifts to neutral?
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Shifting to neutral while driving refers to the state where the vehicle's gear lever is not engaged in any forward or reverse gear, completely disconnecting the transmission from the drive wheels. For manual transmissions, the neutral position is in the middle, while for automatic transmissions, it is marked with an "N". Below is a related introduction: Neutral: Neutral typically means the vehicle's gear lever is not engaged in any forward or reverse gear, completely separating the transmission from the drive wheels. Hazards of coasting in neutral: Modern car engines are electronically controlled and automatically cut off fuel supply when decelerating in gear. However, if the car is coasting in neutral, the engine will not cut off fuel supply, maintaining higher RPMs and leading to increased fuel consumption. Additionally, coasting in neutral does not provide engine braking, causing the vehicle to maintain higher speeds, reducing braking effectiveness and increasing driving risks.