Which Gear to Use When Driving Uphill?

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VonAdelyn
07/29/25 11:31am
When driving uphill, the appropriate gear depends on the steepness of the slope. Here is a detailed explanation of gear selection for uphill driving: 1. Small Slope Gear Selection: When going up a small slope, observe the car's climbing power. Each vehicle has its own climbing capability. If fourth gear provides sufficient power, use fourth gear for climbing. 2. Medium Slope Gear Selection: For a medium slope, use third gear if it provides enough power. If third gear is insufficient, switch to second gear (this can be done either at the bottom or during the climb, but requires proper coordination of the clutch and accelerator). 3. Steep Slope Gear Selection: On a steep slope, try to use second gear if it provides sufficient power. If second gear is inadequate, switch to first gear for climbing.
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