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What is the correct way to drive an automatic transmission car?

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LeKeegan

07/29/25 10:15am

The correct way to drive an automatic transmission car is: Starting procedure: 1. Press the brake pedal and start the car in N gear; 2. Shift from N gear to D gear; 3. Release the handbrake and then lift your foot off the brake pedal to start moving. Parking procedure: 1. When needing to park, first press the brake pedal, then firmly pull the handbrake; 2. Shift the gear to P position; 3. Gently lift your foot off the brake pedal and then turn off the engine. Automatic transmission differs from manual transmission in that the former connects and transmits power through a soft connection, namely the torque converter; automatic transmissions don't have the clutch plates found in manual transmissions, so special attention is needed during operation. Otherwise, over time, certain wear can cause issues such as overheating of the transmission and insufficient power transfer due to excessive temperature.

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BriannaLynn

08/13/25 1:34pm

When I first learned to drive an automatic transmission car, I found it much simpler than a manual. After getting in, fasten the seatbelt, make sure the car is on level ground, and start the engine with the key or button—the gear must be in the P (Park) position at this time. Then, press the brake pedal, shift the gear lever to D (Drive), gently release the brake, and slowly press the accelerator to start moving. While driving, speed is controlled entirely by the accelerator; if you need to slow down, lightly press the brake. At a red light, simply press the brake to stop—never shift to N (Neutral) or P (Park). Starting on a slope is especially convenient with an automatic transmission because it won’t roll back. After parking, make sure the car is completely stopped, press the brake, shift to P (Park), engage the handbrake, and then turn off the engine. By sticking to these basic steps, I was driving as smoothly and naturally as a pro within a few months.

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