What does DS mean in an automatic transmission car?

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DS in an automatic transmission car stands for Sport Mode, also known as the Hill Climb Gear. Its characteristic is higher RPM for upshifting, primarily used for mountain road climbing and quick overtaking. Below are introductions to some other gears in an automatic transmission: 1. P stands for Parking Gear. It is used for parking. It utilizes a mechanical device to lock the car's transmission part, preventing the car from moving. When the car needs to stay in a fixed position for a relatively long time or before leaving the vehicle after parking, the hand brake should be engaged, and the lever should be pushed into the "P" position. 2. R stands for Reverse Gear. It is used for reversing the vehicle. Usually, the safety button on the lever needs to be pressed before the lever can be moved to the "R" gear. 3. N stands for Neutral Gear. When the lever is placed in the "N" gear, the power between the engine and the transmission is cut off. For brief stops, the lever can be placed in this gear, and the hand brake lever can be pulled out, allowing the right foot to move away from the brake pedal for a short rest.