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NeilBlanchard · 05-15-2009, 11:09 PM

Hi,

If you want to carry speed as long as possible, then coasting in neutral is best.

If you want to slow down, before you use the brakes, use the engine to slow the car by downshifting into a lower gear.

05-15-2009, 11:09 PM	#33 (permalink)
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