Should You Shift to Neutral When Stopping at Traffic Lights?
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If you're waiting at a long red light, it's best to shift into neutral. Some vehicles use an automatic transmission with a torque converter (AT transmission), which connects to the engine via the torque converter. Below is an introduction to neutral gear: 1. Overview: Neutral gear typically refers to the state where the vehicle's gear lever is not engaged in any forward or reverse gear, completely disconnecting the transmission from the drive wheels. For manual transmissions, neutral is in the middle position, while for automatic transmissions, it is marked with an "N". 2. Caution: Coasting in neutral has long been considered a fuel-saving technique, especially among truck drivers who often turn off the engine and coast in neutral to save fuel. However, for cars with fuel-injected engines, coasting in neutral should be used with caution, and turning off the engine while coasting in neutral is not recommended.