How will your vehicle be affected when you drive up steep hills?

A: The higher gears will pull better

B: The steering will feel heavier

C: Overtaking will be easier

D: The engine will work harder

The engine will need more power to pull the vehicle up the hill. When approaching a steep hill you should select a lower gear to help maintain your speed. You should do this without hesitation, so that you don’t lose too much speed before engaging the low

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