What is the Driving Stick?
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Here is an introduction about the driving stick: Display average fuel consumption: When the small black stick on the dashboard is pressed, the small LCD screen on the dashboard will show L/100km, which is the vehicle's average fuel consumption. After resetting to zero, it records the fuel consumption generated during driving. After each refueling, you can press this driving stick to record the average fuel consumption after refueling, eliminating the need for manual recording. Display average speed: When the driving stick is pressed once, it usually shows the vehicle's average fuel consumption, but when pressed again, it switches to display the vehicle's average speed. The real-time speed of the vehicle can generally be displayed through the speedometer to determine if you are speeding. This function is mainly used in interval tests to record your average speed and avoid speeding. Display remaining range: If the driving stick is pressed a third time, the information on the dashboard will switch to display "remaining range," allowing the vehicle system to accurately determine the remaining fuel and how much distance can be covered.
I guess what you mean by 'driving stick' is what we commonly refer to as the gear lever or shifter. When driving a manual transmission car, you use it to shift gears and control the speed. Back when I drove an old manual car, gripping this lever and pushing it left and right every day felt like conducting an orchestra—it was quite fun. The gear lever connects the engine to the rear wheels, and different gears allow the car to run faster and more fuel-efficiently. Beginners might find it awkward at first, but with practice, it becomes second nature. Actually, besides manual transmissions, modern automatic cars also use similar small handles or buttons, except you don’t need to shift manually. I recommend keeping a light foot on the throttle when driving a manual car and avoiding rough gear shifts to prevent damage and save fuel. Additionally, some drivers might find constant shifting tiring on long road trips, but it offers a more direct sense of control. It’s also important to regularly check the tightness of the gear lever, as it’s one of the key components connecting the drivetrain.
