Driving an automatic transmission car may seem like a hassle-free experience for many motorists. Just put on the D gear and press the accelerator lightly, and the car can move forward smoothly, compared to the cumbersome work of manual transmission, automatic transmission is undoubtedly more convenient. However, behind this simplicity, there are also many driving misunderstandings, if accidentally fallen, not only will it affect the driving experience, but also may seriously damage the life of the transmission.

Many drivers, especially experienced veteran drivers, often after driving an automatic transmission car for many years, suddenly realize that some of their driving habits are actually quietly hurting their car. Today, we will expose these common driving mistakes to help you avoid "getting hit".

A common mispractice is that drivers tend to switch the accelerator and brake frequently when following at low speeds, which can be particularly damaging to the gearbox. It causes unnecessary shocks to the clutch plates and torque converter inside the gearbox, accelerating wear. The correct approach should be to control the throttle as smoothly as possible when following the car at low speeds, and reduce unnecessary braking and throttle switching to protect the durability of the transmission.

Another common misconception is that drivers habitually engage in N gear and coast during driving, thinking that this will save fuel. However, this is not the case. Modern automatic transmissions, especially AT and CVT transmissions, already have a "coasting oil cut-off" function. When the throttle is released, the transmission automatically adjusts the amount of fuel injected to keep the engine at extremely low fuel consumption. Manually engaging N gear and coasting will cause the engine to re-enter idle fuel injection mode, which will not only not save fuel, but may increase fuel consumption. Coasting in N gear will also leave the gearbox in a state of no power, making it impossible to respond quickly to power demand in an emergency, thus affecting driving safety.

In addition to the above two misunderstandings, there are also some seemingly inconspicuous driving habits that can also cause damage to the transmission. For example, hanging D gear and stepping on the brakes for a long time, stopping in P gear without pulling the handbrake, frequently stepping on the accelerator brake, etc. These habits, while seemingly harmless in the short term, can cause serious wear and damage to the gearbox in the long run.

Therefore, when driving an automatic transmission car, we also need to pay attention to the driving style and maintenance method. Only by avoiding these common driving mistakes can you ensure the durability of the transmission and the safety of the road. After all, the repair of the gearbox is expensive, and if it is damaged, it will be a significant financial burden.