I nearly always double clutch when downshifting. Habit, and it seems to downshift more smoothly. Not so good for the engine to accelerate from 1500 rpms, even if it will do so. I downshift to first for right turns, unless they are gentle and second won't be at too low rpms. I like to keep the revs above 3000 when accelerating. I always slip into neutral coming to a stoplight as soon as coasting in gear gets the rpms down to 2000 or so (I watch my rear view mirror).
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