Should You Shift to P or N Gear When Waiting at a Red Light?

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07/25/25 2:49am
When waiting at a red light, you should shift to N gear, which is the neutral gear. In this gear, the car's engine and transmission are completely disconnected. This gear is used for temporary stops (such as at a red light). To prevent the car from rolling on a slope, you must keep your foot on the brake. Automatic transmission vehicles also have P, D, R, S, and L gears: P stands for Parking gear; D stands for Drive gear; R stands for Reverse gear; S stands for Sport gear; L stands for Low gear. The advantage of an automatic transmission over a manual one is that it does not require shifting gears while driving, making it easier to operate. There are three types of car transmissions: manual transmission, automatic transmission, and semi-automatic transmission.
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