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Which gear is for driving forward?

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EmilioDella

07/29/25 5:21pm

Driving forward is done in D gear. Here are the relevant details: 1. Definition of Drive gear: The full English name of D gear is 'drive', meaning to operate a vehicle, hence D gear serves as the forward driving gear. 2. Function of Drive gear: Most vehicles have corresponding protective measures where the car cannot be started when in D gear. This prevents sudden unintended acceleration caused by driver misoperation or accidental ignition, thereby avoiding safety incidents. When the vehicle is in D gear, the engine and transmission automatically adjust gear positions based on current speed without requiring driver intervention.

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DeJasper

08/14/25 8:08am

I remember the first time I drove an automatic transmission car, the forward gear was simply shifting to the D position. After starting the car, I pressed the brake pedal, moved the gear lever to the D side, gently released the brake, and the car slowly started to glide forward. This design is so convenient, unlike manual transmissions that require frequent gear changes. The D gear stands for Drive gear, mainly designed for smooth driving. I always use this gear for daily commutes or long-distance driving. However, I must remind everyone that when parking, you must shift back to the P gear to lock the wheels—don't forget, otherwise, the car might roll on slopes. For temporary stops like at traffic lights, you can shift to N gear and release your foot. Simply put, car gears are P for Parking, R for Reverse, N for Neutral, and D for Drive. Other gears like manual mode are for experts to play with.

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