Is the AMT transmission good?
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AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) is a combination of AT automatic transmission and MT manual transmission. Vehicles equipped with AMT no longer require a clutch pedal; the driver only needs to simply press the accelerator pedal to easily start and drive the car. Structurally, it can be understood as a manual transmission that uses hydraulic mechanisms to operate the clutch and shift forks for automatic gear shifting. Advantages: Simple structure, easy operation, fast shifting, fuel-efficient and durable, high transmission efficiency, and relatively low cost. Since the AMT transmission is structurally evolved from the MT transmission, it also inherits the MT transmission's characteristics of strong durability and easy maintenance. Disadvantages: Mainly, it has significant gear shift impact, severe jerking, and poor comfort. Its popularity in China is far lower than in developed countries in Europe and America. Currently, AMT is basically only used in some A0-class models.