There is no reason to drive it like you stole it. That's just stupid. The shift points on the speedometer are not there at guides but as warnings. You are not to exceed them in the relevant gear, both upshifting and downshifting. The best way to drive it is smoothely and without strain.

- Peter.

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2021 Chevrolet Spark
Formerly...
2000 GMC Sonoma
1981 240D 4spd stick. 347000 miles. Deceased Feb 14 2021
2002 Kia Rio. Worst crap on four wheels
1981 240D 4spd stick. 389000 miles.
1984 123 200
1979 116 280S
1972 Cadillac Sedan DeVille
1971 108 280S