What are the P, R, N, D, and M gears?
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Introduction to P, R, N, D, and M gears: P - Parking Gear: P stands for Parking, meaning the parking gear or starting gear. When the vehicle is parked and not moving, the gear is shifted to this position, where the wheels are mechanically locked to prevent sliding. However, it is unnecessary to shift to P for short stops, such as waiting at a traffic light. R - Reverse Gear: R is the abbreviation for Reverse, the reverse gear. As the name suggests, this gear is only used when reversing. Regardless of the previous gear, to shift into R, you must firmly press the brake and wait until the vehicle comes to a complete stop. Otherwise, it may affect the lifespan of the transmission. N - Neutral Gear: N stands for Neutral, the neutral gear. Its function is similar to P but with some differences. This gear is used when the vehicle needs to be temporarily stopped. Note that this gear position indicates neutral, and to prevent the vehicle from rolling on a slope, you must press the brake. Even on flat ground, it is advisable to engage the handbrake. D - Drive Gear: D stands for Drive, the forward gear or driving gear. It is used when the vehicle is moving forward and can be used for extended periods. The vehicle automatically shifts gears based on the driver's throttle input to achieve speed changes. M - Manual Gear: M is the abbreviation for Manual-transmission, the manual gear. Literally, it means using a manual gear lever to achieve gear shifting. Generally, only vehicles with a manual-automatic transmission have this feature.
