What is the difference between the P gear and the handbrake in an automatic transmission?
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There are mainly the following differences between the P gear and the handbrake in an automatic transmission: 1. Different braking principles: When parking and engaging the P gear, the locking mechanism of the transmission will activate, preventing the vehicle from moving; when parking and pulling the handbrake, the rear brakes will engage the rear wheels to prevent dangerous situations like rolling. 2. Different braking effects: If only the P gear is engaged without pulling the handbrake when parking on a slope, it can exert significant pressure on the transmission's locking mechanism, potentially leading to transmission damage or oil leakage, and there is a high chance of the vehicle rolling. Conversely, if only the handbrake is applied without engaging the P gear, the transmission remains in a disengaged state, which can also easily lead to the vehicle rolling.