Will the car move when releasing the brake in an automatic transmission?

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MacVanessa
07/30/25 2:24am
Releasing the brake in an automatic transmission does not necessarily make the car move. Typically, the vehicle will move when the gear is in D (Drive), R (Reverse), or L (Low) position after releasing the brake, but it won't move in N (Neutral) or P (Park) position. An automatic transmission eliminates the need for the driver to manually shift gears, as the vehicle automatically selects the appropriate gear based on driving speed and traffic conditions. Common gear positions in an automatic transmission car from top to bottom are: P (Park) for parking and starting, R (Reverse) for backing up, N (Neutral) for freewheeling, D (Drive) for forward movement (also called driving gear), S (Sport) for sport mode, L (Low) for low-speed driving, and OD (Overdrive) for high-speed cruising. Important notes for starting an automatic transmission car: Always move the gear selector to the intended driving position before pressing the accelerator pedal.
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