With the continuous advancement of automotive technology, automatic transmission models have become the mainstream of the market. Compared with manual transmission models, automatic transmission cars are indeed more convenient, but during driving, many car owners may simply use D gear to move forward, ignoring the application of other automatic transmission modes. So, do you really know how to drive an automatic transmission car? This article will take you to have an in-depth understanding of the various modes of automatic transmission and its application scenarios, so that you can really master the driving skills of automatic transmission cars.
1. The basic mode of automatic transmission
- D gear: Forward gear. Engage D gear and the vehicle will move forward. This is the most commonly used mode and is suitable for most driving situations.
- P: Parking gear. It can be used when parking, which can ensure the stable parking of the vehicle.
- R gear: Reverse. Used to reverse the vehicle and make the vehicle backwards.
- N gear: Neutral. It can be used when starting or towing a truck, or for a short stop.
- S mode: Sport mode. Improves acceleration performance, but increases fuel consumption.
- L gear: Low speed or hill climbing. At low speeds or steep downhill surfaces, control at a lower speed.
Many car owners may simply use D gear to move forward, ignoring the application of other automatic modes. This article will focus on the practical application of manual mode in driving to help car owners better master the driving skills of automatic transmission vehicles.
Second, the long uphill section
On long downhill roads, control at a lower speed, and on low adhesion roads, control at a lower speed.
For some long uphill sections, if you only use D gear to move forward, you may not have enough torque due to the high gear, making it difficult for the vehicle to climb the hill. At this point, switch to manual mode and lower the gear to a lower gear, which can get more torque and make it easier for the vehicle to climb hills. At the same time, on low-adhesion roads, such as rain, snow, sand, etc., the manual mode can be used to better control the speed of the vehicle and avoid skidding or loss of control.
3. Long downhill sections
Control at a lower speed.
On long downhill roads, if only D gear is used, the vehicle will accelerate due to gravity. At this point, if the road is bumpy or if you brake suddenly, it may cause the vehicle to lose control. Manual mode can help us control the speed of the car better. By switching to a lower gear, the braking effect of the engine is used to control the speed of the vehicle, reducing the burden on the brakes and improving safety.
Mode selection and application scenarios
- D gear: In our daily drives, we use D gear most of the time. However, using only D-gear may result in wasted energy or accelerated vehicle wear. Therefore, mode switching should be made according to the road conditions and driving needs.
- P Gear: Used when parking. Before stopping, the brakes should be applied first, and when the vehicle is completely stopped, then put into P gear to ensure the stability of the vehicle.
- R gear: Used when reversing. Observe the rear first, ensure safety, and then engage in R gear, and slowly release the brakes to control the vehicle's backward speed.
- N gear: Before starting the vehicle, you can switch to N gear to reduce the impact on other gears; when the vehicle needs to be towed, you should switch to N gear to avoid damaging the gearbox; when stopping for a short time, such as waiting for a traffic light, you can switch to N gear to reduce the load on the engine.
- S gear: When you need to accelerate to overtake or drive on a steep downhill surface, you can switch to S gear. The S gear can provide faster acceleration and better downhill control. However, it should be noted that S gear will increase fuel consumption, so it should not be used for a long time in daily driving.
- L gear: When driving at low speeds or when you need to climb hills, you can switch to L gear. The L gear can provide more torque and better low-speed control, allowing the vehicle to better cope with complex road conditions. However, it is also important to note that L gear also increases fuel consumption, so it should not be used at high speeds.
3. Rain and snow and other low-attachment road sections
Control at a lower speed.
Low-adhesion roads such as rain and snow are a major challenge in driving. Driving on this kind of road, the vehicle is prone to skidding or loss of control. At this point, the manual mode can help us control the vehicle better. By switching to a lower gear, reducing your speed while avoiding the use of brakes, you can reduce the risk of your vehicle skidding or losing control. In addition, if the vehicle has a snow mode, it can be activated directly to improve the vehicle's handling performance and stability.
4. Overtaking or acceleration scenarios
Improved acceleration performance.
Manual mode can also play an important role in scenarios where overtaking or acceleration is required. By switching to a lower gear, the engine speed and torque output can be increased, making the vehicle accelerate faster and smoother. At the same time, using the manual mode when overtaking can better control the acceleration and deceleration of the vehicle, improving the safety of overtaking.
5. Fuel-saving scenarios
Reduced fuel consumption.
Manual mode can help us reduce fuel consumption in some cases. For example, when driving in traffic jams or slow-moving sections, we can switch to manual mode and keep the speed and revs low, thus reducing fuel consumption. In addition, when using high-power appliances such as air conditioners, manual mode can also be used to better control engine speed and fuel consumption.
In short, manual mode has a variety of practical applications in driving. Mastering the skills of using manual mode can help us better control the vehicle, improve safety, reduce fuel consumption, etc. Therefore, it is recommended that car owners do not only use D gear to move forward when using automatic transmission models, but use manual mode reasonably according to the actual situation.
Precautions
- Use P and N gear correctly: Be sure to use P gear and pull the handbrake when parking, use N gear and apply the brakes when stopping for a short time, and switch to N or P gear first when starting and towing the vehicle.
- Switch between D gear and other modes reasonably: Switch gears at the right time according to road conditions and driving needs for a better driving experience and fuel savings.
- Avoid coasting in neutral: While coasting in neutral can save fuel, it can cause excessive speed on downhill roads, which is a safety hazard.
- Pay attention to the dashboard: pay attention to the fault lights and warning lights on the dashboard at any time to ensure the normal operation of the vehicle.
- Regular maintenance and maintenance: maintain the automatic transmission and change the transmission oil according to the maintenance interval recommended by the manufacturer.
Through the introduction of this article, I believe you have a deeper understanding of the multiple modes of automatic transmission. In the future, mastering and flexibly using these modes can not only improve your driving skills, but also help you better cope with various road conditions and ensure driving safety. At the same time, it also reminds the majority of car owners and friends to pay attention to regular maintenance and maintenance of the automatic transmission to ensure that it is always in good working condition.
Source: Internet