How to Properly Drive an Automatic Transmission Car?
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The letters P, R, N, D, S, L on an automatic transmission represent Park (Parking gear), Reverse, Neutral, Drive, Sport mode, and Low mode respectively. You can select the appropriate gear based on your driving habits and usage scenarios to fully utilize the vehicle's performance. An automatic transmission does not require gear shifting while driving, whereas a manual transmission car requires timely gear shifting to change vehicle speed and engine torque. Automatic transmission cars generally consume more fuel than their manual counterparts of the same model, approximately 1 liter more per 100 kilometers. In terms of vehicle cost, automatic transmissions are more expensive than manual transmissions for the same model. Their advantage over manual transmissions lies in easier driving. Additionally, automatic transmissions include continuously variable transmissions (CVT), paddle shifters, and electronic gear selectors. There are three types of transmissions in the market: manual transmissions, automatic transmissions, and semi-automatic transmissions. For stops under 30 seconds: Use D gear with the foot brake. For stops between 30 seconds and 1 minute: Use N gear with the foot brake. For stops over 1 minute: Use N gear with the handbrake. For prolonged waiting: Use P gear with the handbrake. Correct starting steps: Press the brake - Ignition - Shift to D (or R) - Release the handbrake - Release the foot brake - Press the accelerator - Start. Correct stopping steps: Press the brake - Engage the handbrake - Shift to P - Turn off the engine. When parking, always ensure the vehicle has come to a complete stop before shifting to P gear to avoid damaging the transmission.
