How should we behave whilst driving downhill?
- Shift into a high gear and keep the clutch pedal pressed for greater safety.
- Shift into neutral gear, in order to save fuel.
- Shift into one of the drive gears and keep the clutch pedal pressed.
- Correct answer: Whilst driving down hill we must make sure that one of the gears is engaged.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: Whilst driving down hill we must make sure that one of the gears is engaged.
When driving downhill, keep a gear engaged with the clutch released, so engine braking helps control your speed and takes load off the brakes. Coasting in neutral or holding the clutch down disconnects the engine from the wheels and removes engine braking. Constant pressure on the brake pedal can overheat the brakes and make them much less effective.