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Which gear is better for uphill driving with an automatic transmission car?

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OBethany

08/27/25 6:56am

For uphill driving with an automatic transmission car, the L gear is better. The L gear is a low-speed gear, also known as the climbing gear. The introduction of gears for automatic transmission cars is as follows: P gear is the parking gear, R gear is the reverse gear, N gear is the neutral gear, D gear is the drive gear, S gear is the sports mode, and OD gear is the overdrive gear. Precautions for driving an automatic transmission car include: 1. Do not shift into P gear while driving; 2. After driving, you must turn off the engine and shift into P gear before you can remove the key; 3. Do not shift into N gear to coast while driving; 4. When starting the vehicle in P or N gear, move the gear lever from P gear while stepping on the brake, turn on the power while stepping on the brake, shift to N gear, and after ignition, shift into D gear to move forward directly.

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PiperDella

09/09/25 5:45am

I've been driving for over a decade, mostly using automatic transmission for daily commutes. When encountering slopes, especially steep mountain roads, I noticed that keeping it in D mode causes constant gear shifting. The car sometimes lacks power to climb and consumes more fuel while straining the transmission. Later, I learned a handy trick: switching to lower gears like 'L' position or manual mode's 1st gear. The operation is super simple – just gently pull the gear lever while driving without stopping. This stabilizes engine RPM, provides ample power for safer hill climbing, reduces wear, and extends component lifespan. For steep hill starts, I prefer using the foot brake to hold position first, then shift gears before gradually accelerating to prevent rollback accidents. After practicing a few times, it becomes second nature – making driving smoother while better protecting vehicle components. Remember to adjust based on gradient: D mode suffices for gentle slopes, while steep inclines warrant lower gears. These techniques have saved me considerable repair costs and downtime.

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