 Assume that, because you have signalled, you can carry out the intended manoeuvre safely. Check to be sure


Changing Gear


In most vehicles the first 4 gears form an 'H' appearance on the gear lever. Neutral is the middle position in the 'H' formation on the gear lever. The gear lever will automatically spring to the central neutral position when not in a gear. This is very useful when trying to find and select third or fourth gear.


1st Gear is used for moving off, manoeuvring and for creeping slowly in traffic. 2nd Gear is used for building up speed after moving away, this is a working gear for built up areas. 3rd Gear is also a working gear for speeds up to 30 mph.


4th Gear is used for driving at speeds generally higher than 30 mph, where there are no hazards to confront.


5th Gear gives better fuel economy. This is normally only used on open roads when travelling constantly at higher speeds. Reverse Gear is for reversing and this must be done at very slow speeds. Approximate Speeds for each gear:


For eco safe driving and to save fuel, we always have the car in the correct gear for the speed that we are doing:


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