What is the P gear in a car?

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The P gear in a car is the parking gear, which is used when parking and turning off the engine. The P gear has a locking mechanism that locks the gears inside the transmission after engaging, preventing the vehicle from moving even when parked on a slope. When the vehicle is stopped, the gear must be shifted into P before powering off, removing the key, or locking the doors. Another common gear in cars is the N gear, which can be used for temporary stops. Another function of the N gear is to restart the engine if it suddenly stalls while driving—shifting into N gear is necessary in such cases. Generally, the N gear can be engaged when waiting at traffic lights, but remember not to coast in N gear with an automatic transmission, as this can easily damage the clutch and pose a safety risk.