Is it bad to shift in a manual car when not pressing the clutch in all the way?

Question

Is it bad to shift in a manual car when not pressing the clutch in all the way?

Answer 1

Pressing the clutch all the way to the floor is usually not necessary. The clutch disengages before that point. As long as the gears do not grind, you are okay.

However, if you find that you only have to press the clutch pedal a small distance, it needs adjusting. In fact, the clutch may be slipping even with the pedal all the way out.

Answer 2

To behonest experience drivers that know their car dont have to use the clutch to change gears, however I suggest you do.