How is Volkswagen's dry dual-clutch transmission?
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Volkswagen's dry dual-clutch transmission is quite good, featuring a simple structure, low cost, and minimal maintenance expenses. The dry structure is straightforward, and the torque it transmits is smaller than that of a wet dual-clutch. The friction plates in a dry dual-clutch transmission operate without oil, similar to a conventional clutch. A dual-clutch transmission uses two clutches to control the odd and even gears separately. When the vehicle is in a particular gear, the other clutch and the corresponding next gear are already in a ready state. As soon as the current gear is disengaged, it can directly engage the next gear. Therefore, the hallmark of a dual-clutch transmission is its "speed," offering rapid gear shifts and excellent fuel efficiency.