How to Convert a Manual Transmission Car to an Automatic Transmission Car?

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BethanyRose
07/28/25 2:17pm
Manual transmission cars cannot be converted into automatic transmission cars. This is because the control mechanisms of the cars are different: manual transmission cars have a clutch, while automatic transmission cars do not. The principles and structures of the transmissions are also different and cannot be interchanged. It's important to understand that the design and matching of a car are critical, and altering the internal structure can affect safety. Most importantly, it is prohibited by national regulations to privately modify the internal structure of a car. The reasonable scope of car modifications includes: 1. Changing the body color: According to regulations, the body color cannot be changed to more than three colors (including the color of the car emblem), and the color change cannot exceed 30% of the body surface. Additionally, colors used for emergency engineering vehicles cannot be used. 2. Exterior stickers: Decals such as body stripes or films are also considered legal modifications. However, if the area covered by stickers exceeds 30%, approval must be obtained from the traffic police department or vehicle management office. 3. Installing front and rear anti-collision devices: Small and micro passenger cars can install front and rear anti-collision devices without needing to register the changes, as long as the devices do not obstruct or disguise the license plate. This is also within the legal modification scope. 4. Interior modifications: Generally, interior modifications that do not affect the vehicle's safety structure require approval, such as replacing the entire interior with leather or adding sport kits.
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