Do automatic cars need to engage the handbrake when parking?

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DiPreston
07/30/25 4:15am
Automatic cars should engage the handbrake when parking, especially on slopes, to prevent rolling accidents. Situations requiring handbrake use include: 1. Engaging the handbrake when parking and turning off the engine; 2. Engaging the handbrake when in neutral. More information about the car handbrake: 1. The handbrake, also known as the parking brake, provides resistance when parking to prevent the car from rolling. 2. Automatic transmissions do not require manual gear shifting by the driver; the vehicle automatically selects the appropriate gear based on speed and traffic conditions. Typical automatic transmission cars have six gear positions, from top to bottom: P, R, N, D, S, L.
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