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How slow can a car possibly go?

Theoretically, the slowest a car can go is 0 mph (0 km/h). This is when the car is completely stationary.

Practically, the absolute slowest speed depends on several factors including:

* Gear ratios: The lowest gear allows for the slowest speed while the engine is still running.

* Engine idling speed: The engine needs to maintain a minimum RPM to avoid stalling.

* Road conditions: Slight inclines can make maintaining a very low speed difficult, even with the lowest gear.

* Vehicle design: Some vehicles may have different minimum speed capabilities due to their design and transmission.

While you can inch along extremely slowly, there's a point where the engine will stall if you go too slow, even on a level surface.