Which gear is suitable for following in traffic congestion?

[LeahMarie]

For manual transmission vehicles, it is advisable to use 2nd to 3rd gear and always be prepared to brake, but avoid keeping your right foot on the brake pedal for extended periods or too frequently. Maintain the speed between 20-30 kilometers per hour, or even below 20 kilometers per hour. Pay attention to the distance between cars: Try to slightly offset your car to the left from the car in front, allowing the driver to see several vehicles ahead. After the car in front starts moving, leave a car-length distance before starting to follow, while also monitoring the movement of the four or five cars ahead. If the leading cars only move one meter before braking, it is recommended not to start moving to prevent rear-end collisions due to insufficient braking time. Control the starting speed: Avoid starting too quickly or abruptly, and do not follow too closely. Traffic congestion often cannot be resolved immediately, and starting too fast can easily lead to accidents. At low speeds in lower gears, try to shift into neutral in advance and coast for a short distance using inertia.