Which Gear is for Forward in an Automatic Transmission Car?
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In an automatic transmission, the D gear is the forward driving gear. More details are as follows: 1. P - Parking gear: When the car is parked and not in use, the gear is in this position, where the wheels are mechanically locked to prevent rolling; 2. R - Reverse gear: Used when reversing the car; 3. N - Neutral gear: Used for temporary stops (e.g., at a red light). Additionally, this gear indicates neutral, and to prevent the car from rolling on a slope, the brake must be engaged; 4. D - Drive gear, also known as the forward gear. This is the gear used when moving forward; 5. S - Sport mode: When this gear is engaged, the transmission can switch freely, but the shifting timing is delayed to keep the engine at high RPM for a period, thereby increasing the car's power.
In automatic transmission cars, the forward gear is usually marked as D, which stands for Drive. I've driven many cars myself, like common brands such as Toyota and Honda. After starting the car, you just need to push the gear lever to the D position. The first time I tried an automatic, I almost made a mistake too, especially when there were other gears like L or S nearby. But these are for low gear or sport mode, not for everyday use. Remember, the D gear is designed to let the car adapt to speed and road conditions automatically. Simply put, if you want to go forward, shift to D. If you make a mistake, like shifting to R for reverse, the car will immediately move backward, which is very dangerous. Beginners should practice several times in an open area to get used to it, making sure to press the brake before shifting gears to develop good habits. After all, the car's dashboard usually has icons showing the current gear, and taking a closer look can help avoid mistakes.
