What is the appropriate gear for novice drivers?
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Gear selection is determined by vehicle speed. Novice drivers typically use 4th gear, but in practice, gear shifting should be based on actual speed. The relationship between vehicle speed and gears: Start in 1st gear, shift to 2nd after acceleration. Shift to 3rd when speed reaches between 20 to 25, then to 4th when accelerating to around 35 to 40. Shift to 5th gear when speed reaches approximately 60. Proper gear selection can save fuel: Manual transmission vehicles are fuel-efficient because their transmission efficiency is relatively high, reducing power loss. Driving a manual transmission car requires higher driving skills. Only by selecting gears reasonably and timely can true fuel efficiency be achieved.