What is skip-shifting, and when is it appropriate?
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Correct answer to question 159 (General Knowledge): Skipping one or more gears during an upshift when the vehicle is lightly loaded and has enough power to do so smoothly
Why
Skip-shifting means moving past one or more gears during an upshift, which works when the vehicle is light enough that the engine still has power to spare in the higher gear.
Updated: November 2026