If you’ve spotted an “E” on the gear selector of an older car, you’re not alone in wondering what it stands for. Many drivers today are unfamiliar with it because modern transmissions rarely use this label anymore.
⚙️ The “E” Usually Means “Economy”
On many older vehicles, the “E” stood for:
Economy mode
Fuel-efficient driving setting
It was designed to help reduce fuel consumption by changing how the transmission shifted gears.
⛽ How It Worked
In “E” mode, the car would typically:
Shift gears earlier
Keep engine RPM lower
Prioritize fuel savings over acceleration
This could make the car feel:
Smoother
Less aggressive
Slightly slower to respond
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