What Gear to Use When Passing Oncoming Traffic in a Narrow Road with Manual Transmission?
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Manual transmission vehicles should use first or second gear when passing oncoming traffic in a narrow road. Precautions for passing oncoming traffic: Pay attention to traffic signals and signs when passing; reduce speed in advance and use low beams when visibility is poor; avoid emergency braking, sudden acceleration, or sharp steering during passing; avoid passing at obstacles; avoid passing at complex locations such as narrow bridges, narrow roads, tunnels, and sharp turns; avoid keeping high beams on during nighttime passing. Introduction to passing oncoming traffic: Passing oncoming traffic is a traffic term referring to vehicles traveling in opposite directions crossing paths at a certain point. Proper passing requires preparation in advance to avoid psychological panic and operational confusion during the maneuver.