What are the classifications of transmissions?

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MacLincoln
07/28/25 11:33pm
Transmission classifications: manual transmission, automatic transmission, automated manual transmission, continuously variable transmission. Detailed introductions are as follows: Manual transmission: When shifting gears with a manual transmission, you need to depress the clutch, then move the gear lever, and finally release the clutch to complete the gear shift. Automatic transmission: A good automatic transmission shifts responsively with reasonable logic, achieving excellent fuel consumption results. Compared to manual transmissions, automatic transmissions are more convenient to operate, generally requiring no gear changes while driving. However, there is some loss in transmission efficiency, resulting in higher fuel consumption than manual transmissions. Automated manual transmission: An automated manual transmission is essentially a manual transmission with an added control computer, typically with 5 speeds and lacking D and P gears. Continuously variable transmission: A continuously variable transmission can achieve continuous changes in the transmission ratio, thereby achieving the best match between the transmission system and the engine's operating conditions. Its advantages include smooth operation, no jerking sensation, and strong driving comfort. The disadvantages are a relatively poor ability to withstand torque and slower response to speed changes.
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DiDonovan
08/12/25 2:50am
I've been driving for twenty years, and there's a lot to know about transmissions. The manual transmission (MT) is the oldest, offering high driving pleasure but can leave your legs numb from clutching in city traffic. The automatic transmission (AT) uses a torque converter for shifting, and with mature technology nowadays, it rarely lags like in the early days. The automated manual transmission (AMT) is like adding a robot to a manual to shift for you, perfect for those who want to be lazy but still crave some control. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) works like a rubber band with no fixed gears, providing smooth starts but can make the engine roar during sudden acceleration. The dual-clutch transmission (DCT) comes in dry and wet types, shifting lightning-fast and saving fuel, though some cars may jerk annoyingly at low speeds. Choosing a transmission is like picking shoes: AT is like sneakers—versatile, CVT like flats—comfortable, DCT like running shoes—energetic, depending on your daily road conditions.
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LeDylan
10/01/25 5:54am
Currently, mainstream transmissions are basically divided into five major categories. Manual Transmission (MT) is the most primitive three-pedal structure, essential for obtaining a driver's license but increasingly rare. Traditional Automatic Transmission (AT) is the most hassle-free—just shift to D and you're good to go, especially suitable for novice drivers. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is now widely used in many Japanese cars, delivering power as smooth as butter, but don't expect it for racing. Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) comes in dry and wet variants, with Porsche's PDK being the top-tier wet version, offering lightning-fast gear shifts. Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) is considered a semi-automatic and is commonly found in entry-level models. Choosing a transmission depends on usage scenarios: DCT is the most exhilarating for frequent highway driving, while AT or CVT is the most comfortable for daily city commutes. Maintenance costs vary significantly—repairing a DCT can cost half the price of a new transmission.
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