Which Gear to Use When Going Uphill?

[StEzra]

Here are the gears to use when a car is going uphill: 1. When going uphill, observe the car's uphill power. Each car has its own uphill power capacity. For small slopes, if fourth gear provides enough power, use fourth gear to climb. 2. For medium slopes, if third gear provides enough power, use third gear to climb. If third gear is insufficient, switch to second gear. 3. For large slopes, try to use second gear if it provides enough power. If second gear is insufficient, switch to first gear. Here are the gear shifts when downshifting a car: 1. When the car is in fifth gear, apply the brakes and reduce the speed to below 40 on the right, then shift to fourth gear. 2. Reduce to below 30 and shift to third gear. 3. Reduce to below 20 and shift to second gear. 4. Below 10, you can shift to second or first gear. 5. When downshifting, you can brake to 20 and shift directly from fifth to second gear. When upshifting after downshifting, mainly refer to the tachometer.

[LaJace]

Using a lower gear is the safest choice when going uphill to avoid straining the engine. In my manual transmission car on slopes, I often start in first or second gear for greater torque and sufficient power, preventing the car from rolling back. On steep slopes, I combine the clutch halfway with the throttle to accelerate slowly. When driving in mountainous areas, I usually downshift in advance to maintain a steady speed. If the slope is steep, it's okay to have higher RPMs—better than stalling or slipping in a higher gear. For automatic transmission cars, shift to L (Low) or manual mode to lock in a lower gear, ensuring stable RPMs and strong power. Before climbing, I also check tire pressure and the braking system for safety. Remember not to use a higher gear, as excessive engine load can lead to overheating and damage.