How Many Gears Does an Automatic Transmission Have?
1 Answers
Automatic transmission gear counts vary by car brand, typically ranging from 4, 5, 6 to 7 gears. Key precautions for driving automatic transmission vehicles are as follows: 1. Gear Shifting: Automatic vehicles feature protection and interlock mechanisms for gear shifts. Accidentally shifting from D to R or P while driving can be dangerous, though switching between D and N is permitted anytime, even during motion. 2. Avoid Coasting in Neutral: Coasting in neutral doesn't save fuel in automatic cars. Prolonged neutral coasting reduces oil pressure in hydraulic lines, increasing friction, diminishing lubrication, and potentially damaging transmission friction plates.