Top-gear definition
The highest gear that is available in a motor vehicle or car.
noun
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The Top Gear host was driving a rocket-powered dragster at an airfield near York for the show.
The fluid flywheel provided on this engine was designed to slip until full throttle was required in top gear.
Top Gear With Jeremy Clarkson the driving seat, Top Gear is complete with his customary irreverence, wit and unbiased honesty.
Three speeds quickly became four, including an optional overdrive on top gear.
It tends to over rev in top gear which would limit its top speed.