Should I Leave the Car in P or N Gear When Not Turning Off the Engine for a Long Time?
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You can leave the car in either P or N gear when not turning off the engine for a long time, as long as you ensure the handbrake is firmly engaged. Both P and N gears can be used when parking, but there are differences between them. The P gear has a locking mechanism, while the N gear does not. When the P gear is engaged, the locking mechanism secures the transmission gears, effectively locking the wheels indirectly. In this case, the car will not roll even if the handbrake is not applied. On the other hand, when the N gear is engaged, there is no locking mechanism to secure the transmission gears. If the handbrake is not applied, the car may roll. Therefore, the N gear is suitable for short-term parking without turning off the engine, while the P gear is used when parking and turning off the engine.