Should I Shift to N or P When Parking and Waiting for Someone?

[RiverDella]

When parking and waiting for someone, if it's a short stop, you should shift to N (Neutral) and engage the handbrake to prevent the car from rolling. For longer stops, shift to P (Park). P is the parking gear, which locks the engine when engaged. N is the neutral gear, which only disengages the connection between the gears; the engine is not locked and the car can be pushed. P—Parking: Parking gear, starting gear. In this position, the wheels are mechanically locked to prevent rolling. R—Reverse: Reverse gear. Used when backing up. N—Neutral: Neutral gear. Used for temporary stops (e.g., at a red light). This gear indicates neutral; to prevent the car from rolling on a slope, always keep your foot on the brake. D—Drive: Drive gear, also known as the driving gear. Used when moving forward.