What are the full names of the P, R, N, D, and S gears in an automatic transmission car?
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The full names and explanations of the P, R, N, D, and S gears in an automatic transmission car are as follows: 1. P gear: P-Parking, the parking gear, also known as the starting gear. When the car is parked and not in use, the gear is in this position, and the wheels are mechanically locked to prevent rolling. 2. R gear: R-Reverse, the reverse gear. 3. N gear: N-Neutral, the neutral gear. This gear is used when temporarily stopping (e.g., at a red light). It indicates neutral, and to prevent the car from rolling on a slope, the brake must be pressed. 4. D gear: D-Drive, the forward gear, also known as the driving gear. 5. S gear: S-Sport, indicating sport mode. In this gear, the transmission can shift freely, but the shifting timing is delayed, keeping the engine at high RPM for a longer time to increase the vehicle's power.