Is a Dual Clutch Transmission an Automatic Transmission?

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Dual clutch transmissions are considered automatic transmissions, as they are mechanical automatic transmissions without a clutch pedal. The following are relevant introductions about dual clutch transmissions: 1. Dual clutch transmissions differ from conventional automatic transmission systems. Based on manual transmissions yet belonging to automatic transmissions, they not only possess the flexibility of manual transmissions and the comfort of automatic transmissions but also provide uninterrupted power output. 2. With automatic transmissions, drivers do not need to manually shift gears; the vehicle automatically selects the appropriate gear based on driving speed and traffic conditions. 3. Automatic transmissions include AT transmissions, CVT transmissions, and dual clutch transmissions. 4. AT transmissions: The core of automatic transmissions lies in achieving automatic gear shifting. 5. CVT transmissions: The torque converter's role is to transmit the engine's torque to the CVT, enabling smooth forward and reverse starts. The torque converter can amplify the engine's torque, making starts quicker. 3. Dual clutch transmissions: Dual clutch automatic transmissions (DCT) are based on the foundation of manual transmissions.