Why Shouldn't You Coast in Neutral When Driving Downhill?

[BlakelyLee]

When coasting in neutral, the vehicle loses the engine's braking effect. During downhill driving, gravity causes the car to accelerate continuously. Without engine braking, the stopping distance increases significantly, meaning the effectiveness of the brakes is greatly reduced, putting the vehicle in an uncontrolled state and creating serious safety hazards. Here are relevant points about downhill driving: 1. When going downhill, you need to reduce speed by selecting second or third gear. Never coast in neutral - always engage the appropriate gear. 2. Neutral coasting can cause engine knocking and premature wear of the connecting rod mechanism. The lack of low-end torque results in poor acceleration.