Are all commercial vehicles automatic transmission?

[OHaven]

Most commercial vehicles are automatic transmission, but there are also manual transmissions. Introduction to automatic transmission: As the name suggests, the driver does not need to shift gears manually. The vehicle will automatically select the appropriate gear based on the driving speed and traffic conditions. Generally, there are six gear positions on an automatic transmission vehicle, from top to bottom: P, R, N, D, S, L. Introduction to manual transmission: A vehicle that uses a manual shift mechanical transmission (also known as manual transmission, MT) to adjust speed. That is, the gear shift lever must be manually moved to change the gear meshing position inside the transmission, thereby changing the transmission ratio to achieve speed adjustment. The gear lever can only be shifted when the clutch is depressed.

[Vicki]

Nowadays, automatic transmission models indeed dominate the commercial vehicle market. In our company's fleet, key reception vehicles like the GL8 and Odyssey are all equipped with automatic transmissions. Drivers unanimously report that not having to shift gears frequently in traffic jams makes driving much less strenuous. Even high-end MPVs like the Toyota Alphard come standard with electronic gear shifters. However, some low-cost cargo versions, such as the Wuling Rongguang V, still offer manual transmissions for users who prefer them, but manual models are virtually never chosen for business reception scenarios. Automatic transmissions provide smoother rides, preventing motion sickness for executives sitting in the back seats, and also project a more upscale image when receiving clients.

[VanOlivia]

Last week, while helping a friend choose a business van, I noticed a pattern: business vans priced above 200,000 RMB are almost exclusively equipped with automatic transmissions. For example, the Volkswagen Viloran even features a column shifter design. The salesperson mentioned that nowadays, those who opt for manual transmissions either have extremely limited budgets or are logistics companies prioritizing fuel efficiency. Automatic transmissions make stop-and-go traffic in the city much easier, especially for frequent airport expressway runs—freeing up the left foot allows for better focus on road conditions. However, some van models like the Iveco Daily may still offer manual transmissions in their base configurations for customer choice.

[AndersonLee]

Automatic transmissions for commercial vehicles are indeed the prevailing trend. New energy MPVs like the latest GAC M8 and Denza D9 have completely eliminated the gear lever design. Traditional fuel-powered vehicles such as the Mercedes-Benz V-Class can engage the highest gear at just 80km/h with their 9-speed automatic transmissions. Manual transmissions are now only found in a few cost-effective models, such as the Jinbei Haise cargo version. The main advantage of automatic transmissions lies in their smooth and comfortable operation, ensuring a jerk-free acceleration when transporting clients.