How to drive a car with an automatic transmission:
1. Familiarize yourself with the gear shift lever:
*P (parking): for parking the car.
* R (reverse): for driving backwards.
* N (neutral): for coasting or starting the engine.
* D (drive): for moving forward.
*S (Sport Mode): For more dynamic response.
2. Start the engine:
* Fasten your seat belt.
* Move the gear shift lever to Park (P) position.
* Apply the brake.
* Insert the key and turn it to the start position.
3. Select gear:
* Move the gear shift lever to the desired position.
* For forward driving: D (drive) or S (sport mode).
* For reverse: R (reverse).
4. Take your foot off the brake:
*Once a gear is selected, slowly release the brake pedal while lightly pressing the gas pedal.
* The car will move forward or backward depending on the selected gear.
5. Acceleration and braking:
* To speed up, press the gas pedal harder.
* To slow down or stop, press the brake pedal.
* Release the gas pedal when braking.
6. Parking:
* Stop the vehicle completely.
*Press the brake pedal.
* Move the gear shift lever to Park (P) position.
* Pull the key out of the ignition.
Additional tips:
* Do not change gears while driving.
* Do not move the gearshift lever to the park position while driving.
* Use Neutral (N) only when necessary, such as when towing or coasting.
*Most automatic transmission vehicles have a manual shift mode that allows you to manually select gears.
*Be sure to check your vehicle’s owner’s manual for more information on your specific model.