What does the 'A' mean on a car?

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The 'A' on a car stands for the Auto Hold function. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake usually come with the Auto Hold feature, which is not enabled by default and requires the driver to manually activate it. Here is some related information: Benefits of Auto Hold: Once the Auto Hold function is activated, it eliminates the need for frequent operation of the handbrake or electronic parking brake. For automatic transmission models, it also reduces the need to frequently switch between D to N or D to P. How Auto Hold works: Through a slope sensor, the controller provides precise parking force. During startup, the parking control unit calculates data from the clutch distance sensor, clutch engagement speed sensor, and throttle pedal sensor. When the driving force exceeds the running resistance, the parking brake is automatically released, allowing the car to start smoothly.