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What do P, R, N, D, and S mean in an automatic transmission car?

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MackenzieDella

07/28/25 11:40pm

The meanings of P, R, N, D, and S in an automatic transmission car: 1. P stands for Parking gear, also known as the parking position. When parking the car for an extended period, the gear lever should be placed in P. 2. R stands for Reverse gear, used when the car needs to move backward. 3. N is equivalent to the Neutral gear in a manual transmission car, commonly used when starting the car. 4. D stands for Drive gear, the most frequently used gear when driving an automatic transmission car. 5. S stands for Sport gear, where the transmission can shift freely, providing stronger power when driving uphill.

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DelAliyah

08/12/25 4:01am

I remember when I first started driving, the automatic transmission gears confused me. P stands for Park, which you must engage before turning off the car—it locks the wheels to prevent rolling. But never rev the engine hard in P, as it can damage the transmission. R is Reverse, used for backing into a parking spot or exiting a garage—move slowly and check the mirrors or backup camera. N is Neutral, mostly for car washes or towing. Shifting to N at red lights gives the transmission a break, but if it's just a few seconds, I usually stay in D and hold the brake. D is Drive—release the brake and go, perfect for city commuting as the transmission handles everything, making it super beginner-friendly. S is Sport mode (next to D in my car)—it sharpens throttle response for quicker acceleration and a fun push-back-in-seat feel, great for hills or passing, though it burns more fuel. Overall, automatics are easy, but remember the shift sequence P-R-N-D to avoid fumbling.

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