Is the Envision 1.5 Dual Clutch Dry Type?

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The Envision 1.5T transmission is a 7-speed dry dual clutch. Introduction to Dry Clutch: A clutch cooled by air is called a dry clutch. In use, the clutch must engage and disengage from the power smoothly and easily, and should not overheat even when operating under semi-engaged conditions for short periods. Dry clutches, because they lack the resistance of oil, generally have faster engagement responses and slightly greater engagement force. Also, due to the absence of oil cooling, dry clutches are usually exposed to dissipate heat. Introduction to Wet Clutch: A clutch cooled by oil is called a wet clutch. The cooling oil does not protect the friction plates but ensures smooth and gentle power transmission. Its advantages include a long service life and generally trouble-free operation, unless operating procedures are violated by frequently keeping the clutch in a semi-engaged state. Wet clutches are mostly used in automatic transmissions, such as the now commonly used manual-automatic integrated transmissions. They engage by pressing multiple steel plates and friction plates together through the action of a hydraulic cylinder and disengage when the oil returns under the force of springs.