What do the letters on an automatic transmission car represent?
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P stands for Park, N is Neutral, R is Reverse, D is Drive, and S is Sport mode. Below is relevant information about automatic transmission gears: 1. Automatic transmission cars consume more fuel than manual transmission cars of the same model, approximately 1 liter more per 100 kilometers. 2. In terms of vehicle cost, automatic transmissions are more expensive than manual transmissions for the same model. 3. Their advantage over manual transmissions lies in being easier to drive. 4. Automatic transmissions also include continuously variable transmissions (CVT), electronic paddle shifters, and electronic gear shift levers.
I've been driving automatic transmission cars for over a decade, and those letters are quite practical. P stands for Park, used when parking - it locks the wheels to prevent rolling, especially important to engage before turning off the engine on slopes for safety. R is Reverse, making the wheels turn backward when backing up; always check there's no person or object behind before reversing. N means Neutral, where wheels aren't driven by the engine - useful for saving fuel during brief stops at red lights, but never suddenly shift to this while moving. D is Drive, the forward gear where the system shifts automatically, making driving simple and worry-free. Some cars also have S (Sport) mode for stronger acceleration during overtaking, and L (Low) gear provides powerful braking force when descending steep slopes or climbing. Remember to always press the brake when starting and shifting gears to protect the transmission from damage. Shift smoothly without rushing, otherwise severe gear wear could lead to expensive repairs.
