Are all cars automatic now?
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Not all cars are automatic now. Basically, there are two types of transmissions for any model: automatic and manual. Nowadays, many people are very keen on automatic cars, which have advantages over manual transmissions in terms of being easier to drive. Automatic cars do not have a clutch, and both the accelerator and brake pedals are operated with the right foot. When driving, you only need to hold the steering wheel with your hands and control the accelerator and brake with your right foot. Here is more related information: Automatic cars: Automatic cars usually use hydraulic transmission devices to replace the mechanical clutch of manual cars, so there is no clutch pedal. When the engine speed is low, the torque transmitted by the fluid is limited and not enough to push the car forward. When the gear lever is placed in the drive position and the brake pedal is released, as the accelerator is pressed and the engine speed increases, the transmitted torque increases, pushing the car forward. Manual cars: Manual cars use a manual shift mechanical transmission (also known as manual transmission, MT) to adjust the speed. That is, the gear lever must be moved manually to change the gear engagement position inside the transmission, thereby changing the gear ratio and achieving the purpose of shifting gears. The gear lever can only be moved when the clutch is depressed.
After driving for so many years, I've noticed that most new cars nowadays are indeed automatic, especially popular in urban areas. Manual transmissions used to be the mainstream, but automatic transmissions like CVTs and dual-clutch have become widespread quickly, making driving much easier—no need to shift gears in traffic, reducing fatigue. Manual transmission cars haven't disappeared; for example, some sports cars like the Porsche 911 or budget models like the Honda Fit still offer manual versions, providing more driving fun. Electric vehicles like Tesla or BYD don't have traditional transmissions, operating as simply as automatics. Market trends show that 4S dealerships mostly stock automatics, while manual versions require pre-ordering. When choosing a car, consider your needs: opt for an automatic for commuting, or a manual if you enjoy driving dynamics.
