Can an automatic transmission car be shifted to neutral when stopping at a red light?
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An automatic transmission car can be shifted to neutral when stopping at a red light, and you can also use P gear or D gear. Below are detailed introductions to these three gears: N gear: When the shift lever is placed in N gear, the power between the engine and the transmission is cut off and separated. This is suitable for brief stops such as waiting at a red light. To prevent the vehicle from rolling on a slope, it is recommended to step on the brake or pull the handbrake lever. P gear: P gear is the parking gear and can be engaged directly without stepping on the brake or pulling the handbrake. However, in the case of waiting at a red light, there is a risk of rear-end collisions. If the car is in P gear during a collision, it could cause damage to the transmission. Therefore, it is generally not recommended to use P gear in this situation. D gear: If the wait at the red light is very short, you can use D gear. However, if the stop is prolonged, it is best not to use D gear. This is because when the shift lever is in the driving position, automatic transmission cars typically have a slight tendency to move. Holding the brake for an extended period forcibly stops this tendency, causing the transmission fluid temperature to rise and the fluid to deteriorate more easily.
