What is the difference between the S gear and L gear in a car?
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Here are the differences between the S gear and L gear in a car: 1. L gear: L gear stands for Low gear. When going downhill or descending a long slope, shifting into this gear restricts the car to the lowest gear (equivalent to first gear in a manual transmission car). This allows the car to use engine braking during descent, preventing the driver from having to press the brakes for extended periods, which could overheat the brake pads and pose a danger. 2. S gear: S gear stands for Sport mode. When shifted into this gear, the transmission can switch freely, but the shift timing is delayed, keeping the engine at high RPM for a period to increase the car's power. Obviously, using this gear will result in higher fuel consumption.