Michigan § 257.678 - Coasting prohibited; violation as civil infraction.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.678 — Coasting prohibited; violation as civil infraction., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 257.678. Coasting prohibited; violation as civil infraction.
The driver of a motor vehicle when traveling upon a down grade shall not coast with the gears of the vehicle in neutral.
The driver of a commercial motor vehicle when traveling upon a down grade shall not coast with the clutch disengaged.
A person who violates this section is responsible for a civil infraction.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 257.678
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.678 cover?
Section 257.678 ("Coasting prohibited; violation as civil infraction.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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