Is a Dual-Clutch Transmission Considered an Automatic Transmission?
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A dual-clutch transmission is not an automatic transmission; it is a manual transmission equipped with automatic shifting technology. A dual-clutch transmission refers to a gearbox that has two clutches. Unlike conventional automatic transmission systems, a dual-clutch transmission is based on a manual transmission but falls under the category of automatic transmissions. In addition to offering the flexibility of a manual transmission and the comfort of an automatic transmission, it also provides uninterrupted power output. The functions of a transmission are: 1. Changing the transmission ratio; 2. Expanding the torque and speed of the driving wheels; 3. Enabling the vehicle to reverse; 4. Facilitating gear shifting or power output. The maintenance methods for a transmission include: 1. Regularly checking the fluid level; 2. Avoiding skipping gears when upshifting; 3. Not forcing the transmission into neutral; 4. Not shortening the idle warm-up time; 5. Avoiding gear grinding when shifting.