How to Drive an Automatic Transmission Car in Stop-and-Go Traffic on an Uphill?

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When encountering stop-and-go traffic on an uphill, it's important to prevent the car from rolling back and maintain braking. For automatic transmission cars, the gear should be placed in the P position, and the handbrake should be engaged. Some automatic transmission models have an O/D button, which functions as follows: 1. When driving downhill, pressing the O/D button forces the car to stay in a lower gear without upshifting. This allows the use of engine braking and reduces the need for frequent brake application, enhancing downhill driving safety. 2. In stop-and-go traffic, the car may frequently shift between 1st and 2nd gears, increasing fuel consumption and causing wear on the brake pads. Pressing the O/D button can help avoid these issues and prolong the car's lifespan. 3. When overtaking, if pressing the accelerator doesn't provide sufficient acceleration, pressing the O/D button increases the vehicle's torque. The enhanced torque raises the engine's RPM, making overtaking easier.