What does the P gear in an automatic transmission stand for?

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Automatic transmission P gear is the abbreviation for parking gear, which utilizes the vehicle's parking brake mechanism to halt rotation. Typically, an automatic transmission has six gear positions: P gear is the parking gear, R gear is the reverse gear, N gear is the neutral gear, D gear is the drive gear, S gear is the climbing gear, and L gear is the low-speed gear. An automatic transmission eliminates the need for manual gear shifting by the driver, as the vehicle automatically selects the appropriate gear based on driving speed and traffic conditions. The engine's power is transmitted through the gearbox, which is also a critical factor affecting fuel consumption. Generally, automatic transmissions consume over 10% more fuel than manual transmissions.