What is meant by 'notchy' gears?
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The question
What is meant by notchy gears? I met this notchy gears word while reading a report on a Nissan Micra.
Asked by pandurang nadgauda ยท
Expert answer
Hi Pandurang,
'Notchy' isn't a real word, which is why I discourage our writers from using it, though most of the large publishers allow it so it has become very commonplace.
It means there's some resistance in the gear change like moving the lever past a notch. In truth some like it and others don't. Best bet is to always test a car for yourself.
Hope that's of help?
Answered by Shane O' Donoghue