Is it safe to put the gear in neutral while the car is in motion?

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No, and in most states illegal if involved in an accident (Georgia Overdrive)

i think what your asking is it safe if the car stalls while your moveing done the road can i put it in neutral,yes, it will not hurt anything and you can roll safely to the side of the road.when you are stopped put it back in park,so the car wont roll away

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