Is a Dual Clutch Transmission Considered an Automatic Transmission?

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Dual clutch is an automatic transmission, and the dual clutch transmission is abbreviated as DCT. Here is some relevant information: 1. Dual clutch transmissions are different from ordinary automatic transmission systems. They are based on manual transmissions but belong to automatic transmissions. In addition to the flexibility of manual transmissions and the comfort of automatic transmissions, they also provide uninterrupted power output. 2. Dual clutch transmissions have two sets of clutches working simultaneously, one managing the odd-numbered gears and the other managing the even-numbered gears. This design is to avoid the problem of power interruption during gear shifts in traditional manual transmissions, achieving the goal of fast gear shifting. 3. Currently, common dual clutch transmissions include Volkswagen's DSG, Ford's PowerShift, Mitsubishi's SST, and Porsche's PDK.