Which gear is the parking gear for an automatic transmission car?

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JudeRose
07/29/25 5:20pm
Automatic transmission cars use the P gear for parking. Automatic transmissions also have R, N, D, S, L, and M gears, each with the following meanings: First: L gear. This is the low gear. When going downhill or uphill, shifting into this gear allows better utilization of the engine's power for braking or fuel efficiency. When descending a slope, it can lower the engine speed and use the engine for braking, avoiding the need to constantly press the brake pedal hard. Second: R gear. This is the reverse gear. This gear is the same for both manual and automatic transmission cars. It is used when reversing, typically after the car has come to a complete stop before shifting into this gear. Third: N gear. This is the neutral gear. It is useful for short-term parking. It is also used in conjunction with the P gear for long-term parking. Fourth: D gear. This is the drive gear. Fifth: S gear. This is the sport gear. When shifting into this gear, the engine can provide more powerful performance. It is generally used when overtaking, as it is more fuel-efficient compared to shifting into D gear and pressing the accelerator hard. It also allows for much faster acceleration.
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