gear change
Plural
gear changes
1
the act of shifting from one gear to another in a vehicle
- When driving a manual car, smooth gear changes are important for maintaining control and fuel efficiency.
- The instructor taught me how to perform a gear change smoothly during my driving lessons.
- A sudden gear change can cause the car to jerk, so it's best to accelerate smoothly.
- The gearbox in this car allows for quick gear changes, which is great for city driving.
- He noticed a problem with the gear change mechanism and took the car to the mechanic for repairs.