What is Neutral Coasting?

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DiKaylee
07/29/25 4:53pm
Neutral coasting refers to the driving technique where the driver shifts the gear lever to the neutral position while the vehicle is in motion, disengaging the clutch between the engine and the drive wheels, allowing the vehicle to move by inertia. Below are relevant details: 1. Precautions: Neutral coasting should only be performed when safety is ensured and the vehicle is in normal technical condition. It is prohibited to coast with the engine off, especially when going down steep or long slopes. 2. Regulations: The 'Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China' explicitly prohibits coasting in neutral or with the engine off when going downhill. Additionally, during driving tests, coasting in neutral for more than 3 seconds will result in test failure as per the listed penalty items.
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