Do You Know How to Operate a Manual Transmission?

6. After you shift into gear, how do you get the car moving? What should you be doing?

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Correct Incorrect Once you've shifted into gear, gently ease off the clutch while pressing the gas pedal—but don't overdo it! Mastering this coordination is key to driving a stick shift.

6. After you shift into gear, how do you get the car moving? What should you be doing?

• Easing off the clutch while slowly depressing the accelerator
• Depressing both the clutch and the accelerator
• Depressing both the clutch and the brake
• Easing off the brake while slowly depressing the accelerator