Can an automatic transmission car start without pressing the brake?
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There are two scenarios: one requires pressing the brake to start, while the other does not. It depends on the specific model of your car. Generally, most automatic transmission cars do not require pressing the brake to start, unless the gear is in N (Neutral) and the handbrake is not engaged. In such cases, applying the brake is necessary for safety reasons. Additional information is as follows: 1. Due to car design: The design of the car itself aims to prevent unexpected situations like sudden movement or rolling when starting the engine. 2. Design of automatic transmission models: Automatic transmission models are designed to require pressing the brake to start. If the brake is not pressed, the car will not successfully start. Additionally, the gear must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral) when starting an automatic transmission car. Starting in N without the handbrake engaged can lead to rolling, hence the "press brake to start" design is entirely for safety considerations.