What do P, R, N, D, S, and M mean in an automatic transmission car?
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P, R, N, D, S, and M in an automatic transmission car refer to the corresponding gears of the vehicle. Simply put, P stands for Parking, R for Reverse, N for Neutral, D for Drive, S for Sport, and M for Manual mode. Below is a detailed explanation of each gear: D - Drive: The most commonly used gear. Shifting up or down can be controlled by the accelerator. P - Parking: After the car stops, engaging the P gear prevents the vehicle from moving. Unlike the N gear, the P gear interrupts power output. N - Neutral: Temporarily stop the vehicle by engaging this gear, halting the vehicle's movement without interrupting power. For example, when waiting at a traffic light, the handbrake should also be engaged. This gear should not be used when going downhill. R - Reverse: This gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary. For models with a lock button, the button must be pressed to switch. S - Sport: The difference between D and S gears is simply the computer switching to different shifting programs. Therefore, the S gear can be switched at any time without causing damage to the transmission or other adverse effects. It is suitable for overtaking and climbing hills but is not recommended for other scenarios due to higher fuel consumption. M - Manual mode: Unique to semi-automatic transmission cars, it allows for the enjoyment of manual shifting.
