Originally posted by Blk560:
Explain, please, exactly how downshifting increases the traction available at the tire contact patch, since the braking system used as it is designed to be used in a 'racing' situation as you describe is more than adequate to place the tires at the threshold of lockup and keep them there?

Does a lower gear cause little spoilers and flaps to pop out and grab the wind, like KITT?





Is the concept of engine braking lost on you ?

Simply put, you are supposed to downshift and keep your car in the proper gear at all times. That is the correct and safest way to drive.

That being said, I always slow down in neutral.