How to Drive a Volkswagen Automatic Transmission?
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Method for driving a Volkswagen automatic transmission: Press the brake to start the engine, shift to D gear, release the handbrake, and lift the foot brake to start. P gear is the parking gear, which locks the front wheels. It is recommended to shift to P gear when waiting at a red light for a long time; R gear is the reverse gear; N gear is the neutral gear, used when coasting or parking and turning off the engine; D gear is the most commonly used, which is the drive gear. When shifting to D gear, simply press the accelerator, and the computer will automatically shift gears. Volkswagen is a car manufacturer from Germany. Volkswagen's models include the Passat, Magotan, Lavida, Sagitar, Lamando, Tiguan, and more. The VW in the Volkswagen logo stands for the first letters of its full name, resembling three Vs formed by the middle and index fingers.
When I first started learning to drive a Volkswagen automatic, it felt like solving a puzzle—I had to take it step by step. First, sit in the driver's seat, adjust the seat and rearview mirrors, and fasten the seatbelt securely—otherwise, it's unsafe. Then, press the brake pedal, shift the gear lever from P (Park) to D (Drive), and gently release the brake while lightly pressing the accelerator to move forward slowly. In the city, driving in D mode is super convenient; when going uphill or overtaking, try S (Sport mode) for a more responsive throttle. When parking, remember to press the brake first, shift back to P mode, and then turn off the engine—otherwise, the car might roll. Volkswagen's transmission is smooth, unlike manual cars that require more effort. It wasn’t until over a month later that I discovered another trick for driving automatics: use gear lock or manual mode on long descents to prevent overheating. Safety first—practice a few more times, and you'll get the hang of it. The key is not to panic and shift into the wrong gear.
