Is an Automatic Transmission Easier to Test Than a Manual Transmission?
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Automatic transmission's Subject 2 test is generally easier than that of manual transmission. Compared to manual transmission, the main difference is that automatic transmission does not require clutch control, making it simpler. Additionally, during hill starts, manual transmissions may experience stalling, timeouts, or rolling back, whereas automatic transmissions do not stall. The similarity is that both require the driver to assess the vehicle's driving conditions. Below are the differences between manual and automatic transmissions: 1. Different learning costs: Automatic transmission courses are generally more expensive than manual transmission courses. This is because the purchase cost, usage cost, and maintenance cost of automatic transmission vehicles are higher than those of manual transmission vehicles. 2. Different permitted vehicle types: A manual transmission (C1) license allows driving small and micro passenger cars, light and micro trucks, light and micro special-purpose vehicles, and all vehicle types permitted under the C-class license. An automatic transmission (C2) license only permits driving small and micro automatic transmission passenger cars and light and micro automatic transmission trucks. 3. Different test items: Starting from June 1, 2021, the Subject 2 test for small automatic transmission cars will eliminate the "hill start and stop" item, meaning that the Subject 2 test for automatic transmission cars will have fewer items than that for manual transmission cars.
