What gear should an electric car without a P gear be parked in?
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Cars without a P gear are generally manual transmission vehicles. When parking, the handbrake must be engaged. On flat ground, the car should be in neutral; when facing uphill, park in 1st gear; when facing downhill, park in reverse gear. Relevant information is introduced as follows: The commonly used P gear in electric vehicles is also called the parking gear, D gear is the drive gear, R gear is the reverse gear, and N gear is the neutral gear. The switching between different gears is achieved through conversion signals from the vehicle's controller. For example, the reverse gear is achieved by the controller reversing the motor to make the car move backward. If the R gear is engaged while the car is moving forward, there will be no response because engaging the reverse gear while the car is moving forward has no effect—the car must come to a complete stop before the reverse gear will function.
I've been driving electric vehicles for years, and parking without a P gear is actually quite simple. Just press the button with the P symbol near the center console or center armrest when parking, which serves as the electric vehicle's parking brake. For example, my car has this button—press it, and the wheels lock, with the parking status displayed on the screen. Some newer models automatically engage the brake when you turn off the car, making it even more convenient. However, when parking on a slope, you should additionally pull the electronic handbrake to prevent rolling. I never joke about how important this is; always confirm the system is functioning properly every time you park, otherwise, if the car rolls and causes harm, it's no joke. Remember to check the user manual, as settings may vary slightly between brands.