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It is unlawful to coast downhill on a highway with the gears in neutral.

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Added: 2026/3/18

The Law

Early drivers used to shift their manual transmissions into neutral while going downhill to save a few pennies on gasoline. However, this practice disconnects the engine braking, leading to overheated brakes and dangerous runaway vehicles. The state explicitly banned this hypermiling technique to prevent catastrophic crashes on steep grades.

Source & Citation

Code/Statute: Missouri Revised Statutes § 304.240
Rules of the Road

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