What Gear to Use When Waiting at a Traffic Light?

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WilliamRose
07/29/25 2:16pm
When waiting at a traffic light: For automatic transmission vehicles, if the expected waiting time is less than 30 seconds, keep the gear in D and use the foot brake; if the expected waiting time is more than 30 seconds, shift to N and use the hand brake; if the expected waiting time exceeds 2 minutes, shift to N, use the hand brake, and turn off the engine. For manual transmission vehicles, during short waits, press the clutch and brake fully in first gear; for longer waits, shift to neutral and use the hand brake. Below are detailed waiting time instructions: 1. Short waiting time: Keep the gear lever in D position and only press the brake pedal with your foot. This way, the vehicle can start again simply by releasing the foot. 2. Slightly longer waiting time: You can also keep the gear lever in D position, but do not follow the car in front too closely. Use both the foot brake and hand brake to avoid close contact with the vehicle ahead. 3. Long waiting time: Shift the gear lever to N position and use the hand brake to reduce driver fatigue and prevent the ATF (automatic transmission fluid) from overheating, which could affect oil quality.
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