Do I Need to Shift to Neutral for Auto Hold?

[McLeonardo]

Auto Hold does not require shifting to neutral; you can simply remain in D gear. When parking, you only need to activate the AUTOHOLD function, apply the brakes, keep the gear in D, and turn off the engine. Once this function is enabled, such as when stopping at a red light, it eliminates the need to use the handbrake or electronic parking brake, simplifying operations. For automatic transmission models, it also avoids frequent shifting between D and N or D and P. Advantages of Auto Hold: 1. In situations requiring short stops, like at traffic lights, the system automatically brakes the wheels after the vehicle comes to a complete stop to prevent rolling; 2. When starting on an uphill slope, the system automatically applies the brakes to prevent rolling backward, and releases them when moving forward; 3. When parking and locking the car, there’s no need to use the handbrake—the system automatically brakes the wheels, though this feature is only available in certain models.