Chances are, you've looked at the gear selector in your car and realized that you know what P, R, N, and D stand for, but 'L' may not be familiar. You aren't alone and there's a good chance you've ...

W and S mode button on an automatic shifter, wood trim around the shifter - Zmaj88/Shutterstock If you drive an automatic, you likely don't need an explanation for the letters P, R, N, or D, but not ...

Depending on the make of the car you are in, "D" and "S" are typically marked separately, but they bring one of two things to mind. "D" stands for Drive, while "S" stands for Sport. That said, there ...