What's the Difference Between D and S Gears in an Automatic Transmission Car?
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D stands for "Drive", representing the forward gear, while S stands for "Sports", representing the sport mode. The specific descriptions are as follows: 1. D gear covers all the forward gears in the car's automatic transmission. When the car is in D gear, the driver does not need to control the gear shift, but directly operates the throttle and brake, which is suitable for daily driving. When driving on mountain roads or climbing slopes, it is recommended to shift to a lower gear. 2. S gear is the sport mode. When the car is in this mode, the transmission can shift gears freely, but there is a delay in shifting. The engine maintains high-speed operation to obtain more power and faster acceleration capability, which is suitable for climbing slopes and quick overtaking.