Should an automatic transmission car be shifted to N gear when waiting at a red light?
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An automatic transmission car should be shifted to N gear when waiting at a red light, and the car should also be shifted to N gear during short pauses. Reasons for shifting to N gear: N gear is the neutral gear of the vehicle, typically used during short stops, such as when the car is parked on the roadside without turning off the engine. When waiting at a red light, the engine continues to idle, and in automatic transmission models, this causes the engine's idle speed to increase, leading to higher fuel injection. Therefore, shifting to N gear can effectively reduce fuel consumption and save fuel. Precautions when using N gear: While driving, whether the engine is running or not, N gear should generally not be used; When the car stops due to traffic congestion, N gear should be used in conjunction with the brake; If the engine stalls while driving and you want to restart it, shift to N gear; N gear should be used when the car is being towed.