Everyone knows about D, but what does B mean on an automatic transmission? It's important to use this gear when needed
The B position on an automatic transmission is an increasingly common topic among drivers of hybrid and electric cars. The reason is simple – more and more new vehicles on the market are coming with electrified powertrains, and many drivers are encountering the 'B' designation for the first time alongside the standard P, R, N, and D positions. Although it may look like second gear at first glance, the B position actually has a completely different function.