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Yes, if the selected gear is suitable and the manufacturer permits that selection.
Yes, when feasible and appropriate to the situation. Consider speed, load, gradient, engine speed and response, and manufacturer instructions. Favourable-looking terrain alone is insufficient: the selected gear must allow the engine to drive the vehicle without labouring. Section 3.4 on efficient driving in the DGT Road Safety manual allows skipping gears when feasible and explains that an unsuitable selection can require a downshift and increase consumption. There is no general ban merely because the road is a motorway.
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No, skipping any gear always damages the gears.
Yes, if the selected gear is suitable and the manufacturer permits that selection.
No, it is banned on all motorways even if the gearbox permits it.
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