Why are some drivers drive in neutral

• Why do some drivers drive in neutral

Since Soviet times, in the "thesis" There is a popular automotive environment that riding in neutral gear can help save fuel and will protect the engine from excessive wear. In practice, everything is absolutely not true. Moreover, riding on "neytralke" in some moments can lead to dramatic consequences.

There is quite a popular myth that riding in neutral gear reduces engine wear and reduces fuel consumption. Especially in times when the car goes down from the slope. All of this is complete nonsense, in fact, is almost strictly the opposite effect. Finally, the use of neutral gear in a number of situations on the road can be more banal and dangerous to himself and others motorist.

This is because the transition to "neytralku" car becomes much more unstable. In addition rate under such conditions the fuel consumption increases in the order of stronger. On the wear on the engine in neutral has no effect. Important: When you turn off the speed of the descent to the carburetor car, you can completely lose the ability to control the car! Particularly dangerous to descend in neutral at a high speed.

It is also important to note that at high speeds the driver must use the brake pedal more frequently. If at such moments pass also in neutral, the brakes may overheat. It is fraught with their breakdown and total failure during the ride.

Do not forget also that the petrol engine may simply stall the implementation of this type of brake. At such moments, significantly increases the load on the oil pump and the bearing of the shafts. In case of insufficient lubrication it may even break. Idling accelerated wear gear.