gear change
noun/ˈɡɪə tʃeɪndʒ/
/ˈɡɪr tʃeɪndʒ/
- the action of changing the position of the gears in a vehicle that gives a particular range of speed and power; the equipment that makes this change
- Not having to worry about gear changes is another benefit of driving an electric car.
- The gear change in the new model is so smooth.
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