Why do others start so fast with manual transmission?

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DominicLee
07/29/25 9:09pm
Others start fast with manual transmission because they use second gear to start. Starting in second gear: The basic operation of starting in second gear is similar to starting in first gear, the difference is that you need to rev the engine in neutral first, and then engage the third gear when the RPM is relatively high, which can provide more power to the vehicle and help it drive smoothly. Precautions for starting a car: Frequently starting in second gear can damage the clutch, because starting in second gear does not provide enough RPM, causing more wear to the clutch plate. The higher the gear used for starting, the greater the wear on the clutch. Therefore, from the perspective of vehicle maintenance, it is still better to start in first gear.
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