Is a 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission manual or automatic?
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7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission is an automatic transmission, and it is also a manual-automatic integrated transmission. This transmission can have the flexibility of a manual transmission and the comfort of an automatic transmission, while also providing uninterrupted power output. The following are the differences between dry dual-clutch automatic transmission and manual transmission: 1. Different principles: Automatic transmission uses a computer to control hydraulic oil to push pistons for gear shifting based on throttle size, speed, and throttle opening. Manual transmission adds a human-adjustable shifting device on the basis of the original 100 automatic transmission, allowing the owner to use this shifting device for lifting. 2. Different operation methods: Automatic transmission does not require the driver to manually shift gears; the vehicle will automatically select the appropriate gear based on speed and road conditions. Manual transmission can only shift gears through manual operation. 3. Different configurations: Manual transmission has a clutch pedal, while automatic transmission does not have a clutch pedal.
This car has a seven-speed dry dual-clutch transmission. I've driven it a few times, and it feels just like a fully automatic transmission. Unlike a manual transmission where I need to press the clutch pedal to shift gears, this one is entirely controlled by the computer. The car decides when to shift gears on its own, and all I have to do is press the accelerator and brake. It drives much smoother than a traditional manual transmission, especially on the highway, with quick gear shifts and no jerking. The dry design makes the system lighter, but the heat dissipation isn't as good, so it tends to overheat in stop-and-go traffic. That's why I generally avoid long periods of low-speed driving. Overall, it's a hassle-free automatic option, perfect for city commuting.