Can You Drive an Automatic If You Can Drive a Manual?
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Being able to drive a manual transmission doesn't necessarily mean you can drive an automatic smoothly; there might still be some discomfort, and more practice is needed. When driving an automatic, pay attention to two key points: 1. Press the brake when turning the key to start the engine; 2. Also press the brake when shifting gears before moving off. The gear letters PRND on an automatic transmission stand for Park, Reverse, Neutral, and Drive respectively. Note that the brakes on an automatic are more sensitive than those on a manual, so when driving one for the first time, press the brake gently if there's no emergency. Never coast in neutral, as it can cause significant damage to the transmission. Manual transmissions are divided into 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th gears, and reverse.