Why Do You Need to Blip the Throttle When Downshifting?

[CarmenMarie]

Bliping the throttle during downshifting helps eliminate the speed difference between the engine and the transmission. While maintaining the same vehicle speed, the engine needs to provide a higher RPM to achieve the appropriate torque for engaging a larger gear, ensuring the engine speed and gear position are as synchronized as possible. This minimizes the jerky feeling during downshifting. Bliping the throttle during downshifting involves pressing the clutch with your left foot while simultaneously giving a quick throttle blip with your right foot to increase the RPM. It can also be understood as pressing both the throttle and the clutch at the same time, allowing the clutch to operate more smoothly, extending its lifespan, and improving the driving experience. It's important not to blip the throttle too much during downshifting, meaning you shouldn't press the throttle too hard. Excessively high engine RPM can cause the car to lurch forward. Downshift throttle blipping is a driving technique that requires practice to master the method of smooth downshifting. If the vehicle speed and gear position don't match, the meshing of gears during shifting can cause vibrations, resulting in a jerky feeling.