What is Gear Shifting Speed?
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Gear shifting speed change is one of the test items in Subject 3 of the driving test. The specific content is as follows: 1. Test requirements: According to the voice prompt of the test system, perform the corresponding gear shifting operation. 2. Upshifting operation requirements: The action should be quick and gentle, the gear selection should be accurate, you cannot look down at the gear, and you cannot coast in neutral. Before upshifting, check the left and right rearview mirrors to ensure road safety, release the accelerator with your right foot first, press the clutch with your left foot, engage the appropriate gear, then slowly release the clutch while gently pressing the accelerator to increase speed. 3. Downshifting requirements: Before downshifting, check the left and right rearview mirrors to ensure road safety. For example, when shifting from 3rd gear to 2nd gear, release the accelerator when the speed is 30 km/h, and let the speed slowly drop to 20 km/h before switching to 2nd gear. 4. Driving precautions: During driving, keep the gear matched with the speed. When the speed is 0-10 km/h, engage 1st gear; when the speed is 10-20 km/h, engage 2nd gear; when the speed is 20-30 km/h, engage 3rd gear; when the speed is 30-40 km/h, engage 4th gear.
Having driven manual transmissions for years, I know that shift timing is determined by engine RPM. Generally, upshifting between 2000-3000 RPM delivers the smoothest gear changes, while downshifting below 1500 RPM requires a slight throttle blip to prevent jerking. This approach not only protects the clutch but also enhances driving pleasure. Maintain low RPM for fuel efficiency during city driving, while occasionally revving higher on highways can be stress-relieving. Different vehicles require adjusted strategies - sports cars may demand higher RPM ranges. Remember, rough shifting accelerates component wear. Practice listening to engine notes rather than relying solely on dashboard indicators - that's the proper way.