Great Britain Theory Test Coach
Speed and safety marginsQuestion 229 of 424

What is coasting?

  1. Driving in a low gear downhill
  2. Driving with the gearbox in neutral or the clutch pedal down
  3. Driving with the handbrake on
  4. Driving with cruise control on
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Correct answer: Driving with the gearbox in neutral or the clutch pedal down

Coasting removes engine braking and can reduce your control.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and riders (103 to 158), Rule 122

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026