What does L mean in an automatic transmission car?

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Automatic transmission L refers to Low, which is the low gear. Shifting from D gear to L gear does not require stopping or braking operation, and you can push the gear lever into L gear while driving. Additional information: 1. The function of L gear: Generally, transmissions with L gear basically have several gears such as L1, L2, and L3. In this mode, the transmission will limit the gear to these low gears from 1 to 3, which can provide better traction. At this time, the vehicle has strong torque but relatively low speed. Therefore, the high torque of L gear can be used to climb some steep slopes, or the lower speed of L gear can be used to descend long slopes. These are the main functions of L gear. 2. Usage scenarios: L gear can also be used in stop-and-go traffic in urban areas, which can reduce the jerking caused by frequent gear shifts in the transmission. When going downhill or descending a long slope, placing the gear in L can restrict the car's gear to automatically stay in the lowest gear, allowing the car to use engine power for braking when going downhill. This prevents the driver from having to press the brake for a long time, which could cause the brake pads to overheat and lead to danger.