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What do the PRND gears of an automatic transmission car represent?

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StMarcus

07/28/25 8:19pm

In an automatic transmission car, the P, R, N, and D represent the corresponding gears of the vehicle. Simply put, P stands for Parking, R for Reverse, N for Neutral, and D for Drive. Below is a detailed explanation of the PRND gears: 1. D gear: Drive gear, the most commonly used gear. Gear shifting is controlled by the accelerator pedal. 2. P gear: Parking gear. After the car stops, engaging the P gear prevents the vehicle from moving. Unlike the N gear, the P gear interrupts power output. Some models now have an independent P gear, referred to as electronic braking, with the same principle. 3. N gear: Neutral gear. Temporarily engage this gear to stop the vehicle's movement without interrupting power. For example, when waiting at a traffic light, you can also engage the handbrake. This gear is prohibited when going downhill. 4. R gear: Reverse gear. This gear can only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary. For models with a lock button, the button must be pressed to switch gears.

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Aragorn

08/12/25 1:06am

I often help friends with car issues. The basic gears for an automatic transmission are PRND. P stands for Park; after coming to a complete stop, engaging it locks the drive wheels, equivalent to using the handbrake—essential for parking on slopes. R is Reverse; always ensure the car is fully stopped before switching to it. N is Neutral, used for brief stops; shifting to N and pulling the handbrake at red lights reduces transmission load. D is Drive, the gear used for daily driving. Many people don’t realize you must firmly press the brake when shifting gears, or it can damage the transmission. Some cars now also have S for Sport mode and L for Low gear, which are great for mountain roads, reducing frequent braking. Also, never engage P while the car is moving—it will destroy the transmission.

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