How to Use the Gears of an Automatic Car?

[Coleman]

Here is the usage of the gears in an automatic car: 1. First, understand the gears of an automatic car: S stands for Sport mode, M for Manual mode, R for Reverse, L for Low gear mode, N for Neutral, D for Drive, and P for Park. 2. Then, turn the car key to the second position to allow the car's computer system to perform a self-check, which takes at least 5 seconds. 3. Shift the gear from P to N. For reversing, you can directly start the car in P. Here is more information about automatic cars: 1. Currently, cars are divided into manual and automatic transmissions, and driving tests are also categorized into manual and automatic. 2. Manual transmissions are generally harder to drive, so most people drive automatic cars. 3. An automatic transmission means the car shifts gears automatically without the driver's intervention. The vehicle intelligently selects the appropriate gear based on driving conditions and traffic situations, making driving much more convenient.

[LaJulian]

When I first drove an automatic car, I also found the gears mysterious, but later realized it's super simple. When parking, just shift to P and pull the handbrake to lock the wheels. For reversing, press the brake firmly, shift to R, check the trajectory clearly in the rearview mirror, then release the brake. For normal driving, simply push to D, and the car will shift gears for you. At red lights or when picking someone up roadside, shift to N and pull the handbrake—much more comfortable than keeping your foot on the brake. For long descents, shift to L to let the engine drag the speed for safer driving. Remember not to move your left foot during gear shifts—automatics don’t have a clutch. Key reminder: Never shift to R before the car fully stops, or the transmission will scream in protest.

[Ray]

Remember this rhyme for automatic transmission: P for Park, R for Reverse, N for Neutral, D to Drive anywhere. Always press the brake before starting, and shift from P safely. Use D gear 90% of the time on the road. If stuck in traffic and the car creeps forward in D, switch to N with the handbrake. A friend once mistook L for Reverse—it's actually Low gear, great for steep climbs or snowy descents. Cars with paddle shifters let you manually shift; downshift to zoom past cars. Always brake when shifting, or the car may roll if you release the pedal.

[JoelLynn]

Don't be intimidated by those letters on the automatic gear shift knob: P is like the barrier arm in a parking lot, R gives you the rear view in the mirror, N lets the engine take a breather, and D delivers that exhilarating forward thrust when you press the accelerator. When starting on a slope, press the brake firmly and shift to D—the system will hold the car for three seconds to prevent rolling back. In flooded areas, switch to L gear and proceed slowly to avoid water splashing into the exhaust pipe. Electronic shifters are even simpler—just rotate the knob to Drive for tactile feedback. In emergencies, you must press the unlock button to shift to R, preventing accidental operation. Always remember to shift to N, engage the handbrake, and then push to P when parking to reduce strain on the transmission.