What does N mean in an automatic transmission?

[Wendy]

In an automatic transmission, N stands for Neutral. The N position is equivalent to neutral gear, which can be used during startup, when parking with the driver remaining in the vehicle, or when towing. When the gear lever is in this position, the transmission idles, and the engine power cannot be transmitted to the drive wheels, providing no driving or braking force to the wheels. An automatic transmission refers to a system where the driver does not need to manually shift gears; the vehicle automatically selects the appropriate gear based on driving speed and traffic conditions. Typically, an automatic transmission has six gear positions: P (Park), R (Reverse), N (Neutral), D (Drive), S (Sport), and L (Low). Automatic transmissions use planetary gear mechanisms to shift gears automatically based on the degree of throttle pedal input and changes in vehicle speed.