Have you ever looked at the gear knob in your car and wondered what all of the symbols meant? You’re not alone.
In this blog post by Vann York Toyota, we’ll explain everything you need to know about automatic cars!
So, next time you’re in your car, take a closer look at that gear knob and see if you can tell what each symbol means!
Letters & Numbers on the Gear Shift.
It’s important to use the proper gear for the situation you’re in. Using the wrong gear can lead to a jerky ride or damage your car!
- P – This symbol indicates that the car is in Park mode. When the car is in Park, it should not be moving.
- R – This symbol indicates that the car is in Reverse gear. This is the gear you’ll use when you’re backing up.
- N – This symbol indicates that the car is in Neutral gear. Neutral is the gear you’ll use when you’re stopped and not moving. This prevents your car from rolling and makes it easier to start moving again.
- D – This symbol indicates that the car is in Drive gear. ‘D’ is the gear you’ll use when driving forward.
- L – This symbol indicates that the car is in Low gear. You’ll use this gear when going uphill or towing a heavy load.
- S – This symbol indicates that the car is in Sports mode. This mode is used for a more aggressive driving style.
Automatic Vs. Manual Cars: Which Is Better?
Automatic gear knobs often have symbols that indicate what gear the car is in – this can be helpful for new drivers. Since you don’t have to shift gears constantly, you can relax and enjoy the ride once you put your car in “Drive.” It’s quite beginner-friendly, and you can learn to drive an automatic car within a few days!
The main downside of an automatic gear knob is that they’re often more expensive than their manual counterparts. You might not have as much control over the car’s speed and acceleration. Additionally, some people prefer the feeling of manually shifting gears and think it provides a more immersive driving experience.
It all, eventually, comes down to personal preferences and the type of roads you drive on. For stop-and-go traffic, we definitely recommend automatic cars!
So, are you all prepped to buy your new automatic car? Vann York Toyota, serving High Point, NC, has the perfect one for you. It’s reliable, efficient, and comes with a free full tank of gas. Plus, it’s Toyota Certified, so you know it will last for years
Our cars are priced incredibly low, and we’re offering an amazing 7-year / 100,000-mile warranty on all our vehicles. That means you can drive confidently, knowing that your car is covered no matter what happens.
Come to Vann York Toyota today and take one of our cars for a test drive! You won’t be disappointed.
Take a look at our inventory of new and used vehicles now!
Connect with us
