What does DS mean in automatic transmission?

[KeeganMarie]

D stands for Drive, also known as the driving gear, which is used when moving forward. S represents Sport mode; when this gear is engaged, the transmission can switch freely, but the shift timing is delayed to keep the engine at high RPM for a period, thereby increasing the car's power. Below is an introduction to other gears in automatic transmission: 1. P——Parking, the parking gear, used when the car is parked and not in use. In this position, the wheels are mechanically locked to prevent rolling. 2. R——Reverse, the reverse gear, used when backing up. 3. N——Neutral, the neutral gear, used for temporary stops (e.g., at a red light). Note that this gear indicates neutral; to prevent the car from rolling on a slope, the brake must be engaged. 4. L——Low, the low gear. When going downhill or on a long slope, engaging this gear limits the car to the lowest gear (equivalent to first gear in a manual transmission), allowing the engine to assist in braking. This prevents the driver from needing to brake continuously, which could overheat the brake pads and cause danger.