What is the speed for manual transmission gear matching?
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Generally, start in first gear, then shift to second gear after driving a few meters; shift to third gear when the speed reaches above 20 mph but below 35 mph; shift to fourth gear when the speed reaches above 35 mph but below 45 mph; and shift to fifth gear when the speed exceeds 45 mph. Below are the speed ranges and techniques for shifting gears in a car: Speed ranges for each gear: 1st gear: below 15 km/h; 2nd gear: 15 km/h - 30 km/h; 3rd gear: 30 km/h - 40 km/h; 4th gear: 40 km/h - 60 km/h; 5th gear: 60 km/h - 70 km/h; 6th gear: above 70 km/h. Car gear shifting techniques: Master the clutch pedal operation through practice, ensuring smooth and steady movements. Develop good habits: press the clutch all the way down and release it slowly. Coordinate the throttle and clutch: when starting, engage first gear, slowly release the clutch, and apply throttle at the half-clutch point. Only fully release the clutch after the car starts moving. Time your gear shifts correctly: shift gears when the engine reaches around 2000 RPM, reduce throttle before pressing the clutch to avoid forced disengagement, then shift. Always follow the gear sequence: 1st → 2nd → 3rd → 4th → 5th—skipping gears is not recommended. Downshift based on speed; generally, downshift when the engine RPM drops below around 1500 RPM.
