What does the N gear in an automatic car mean?

[JosephMarie]

The N gear in an automatic car stands for Neutral, which can be used for temporary stops like waiting at traffic lights. An automatic transmission eliminates the need for the driver to manually shift gears, as the vehicle automatically selects the appropriate gear based on driving speed and traffic conditions. Driving an automatic car primarily using the Park (P), Reverse (R), Neutral (N), and Drive (D) gears can fully meet the needs of general driving. However, for certain special driving conditions, other functional gears may be required. If the correct control method is chosen, an automatic car can perform even better than a manual one. Automatic transmissions utilize planetary gear mechanisms to shift gears automatically based on the degree of throttle pedal input and changes in vehicle speed.