What is the optimal RPM for shifting gears in a car?

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MacHaley
07/30/25 4:44am
Shifting gears is generally recommended between 1500-2500 RPM. If fuel economy is the priority, shifting around 1500-1800 RPM is advisable, with lower gears appropriately increased to around 2000 RPM. During the break-in period, it's best to lower the shifting RPM. For better performance, shifting around 2000-2500 RPM is preferable. Key considerations include: 1. Avoid coasting in neutral: Always engage the handbrake and shift to P before turning off the engine. Whether in low gear, manual mode, or sport mode, it's usually unnecessary to intervene; simply using the D gear during normal driving is sufficient. 2. Aim for smooth starts in manual transmission cars: Properly control the clutch and throttle during starts. Lift the clutch halfway (when you faintly feel the car vibrate), then lightly press the throttle. Simultaneously release the handbrake or brake, and gradually lift the clutch. After the car starts moving slowly, drive for a while before shifting to second gear, remembering to press the clutch quickly and release it slowly.
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