The clutch is in control.
Some new drivers think that pressing the gas when moving off is going to make the car go really fast but between 0 to about 5mph the clutch is in control.
The more you raise the clutch, the faster you move off. But you need to press the gas to help move off smoothly and not stall.
The gas pedal will make you move faster once you've released the clutch.
How do you move off quickly?
Well it's similar to an uphill start. See your chance to go. Set the gas above 1 and a half, raise the clutch to the biting point, then smoothly release the clutch as you accelerate more.
Pressing the gas more allows you to raise the clutch a little quicker which makes the car move off faster.
If you raise the clutch quickly before pressing the gas then the car will probably stall, so it's essential to set the gas first, rev the engine a little, raise the clutch to the biting point then raise the clutch all the way with more gas.
You don't always need to pull away quickly, only when needed, such as when it's busy and you don't get many opportunities to go.
A lot of accidents happen at junctions, so always make sure you observe properly and only go when you're absolutely sure it's safe. |