Starting and Accelerating Techniques for Vehicles
Starting and Accelerating Your Vehicle:
When starting and accelerating your vehicle, it is essential to do so smoothly and gradually to maintain control and ensure the safety of all road-users.
Manual Car:
Prepare the Gear:
- Press the clutch pedal and put the gear in neutral.
- Check if it is in neutral by swaying the stick sideways.
Start the Engine:
- Press the brake pedal firmly.
- Turn the key or press the start button to start the Engine.
Engage the Gear:
- With the clutch still pressed, shift into first gear.
Accelerate Smoothly:
- Slowly release the clutch pedal while gently pressing the accelerator pedal.
- Gradually increase speed to maintain control.
Automatic Car:
Prepare the Gear:
- Ensure the vehicle is in parking mode (P).
Start the Engine:
- Press the brake pedal firmly.
- Turn the key or press the start button to start the Engine.
Engage the Gear:
- Shift the gear from parking (P) to drive (D).
Accelerate Smoothly
- Slowly release the brake pedal.
- Gently press the accelerator pedal to start moving.
- Gradually increase speed to maintain control.
By following these steps, you can start and accelerate your vehicle safely, whether you are driving a manual or automatic car.