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Topic: Defensive and eco-driving · Nº 4 / 150

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¿Qué velocidades o marchas dan más fuerza al vehículo?

Which gears give the vehicle the most power?

  • ALa 1ª y la 2ª.1st and 2nd.
  • BLa 3ª y la 4ª.3rd and 4th.
  • CLa 4ª y la 5ª.4th and 5th.
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Correct answer

  • ALa 1ª y la 2ª.1st and 2nd.
Explanation

First and second are the lowest gears and have the most power to move the vehicle. We use first gear to move off, changing to second after about 2 seconds or 6 metres. Remember that first gear makes fuel consumption shoot up. As we change up to higher gears, we lose power but gain speed.

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