What are the disadvantages of a manual-automatic transmission?

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SanLawson
07/29/25 8:38pm
The disadvantages of a manual-automatic transmission are as follows: The manual-automatic transmission has higher technical requirements, and the application of advanced technology usually means higher maintenance costs and more stringent usage requirements. Although many vehicles are equipped with manual-automatic transmissions, the manual mode is rarely used. Additionally, this technology is not yet fully mature, and compared to conventional automatic transmissions, it has slightly higher fuel consumption. More information about manual-automatic transmissions is as follows: 1. A manual-automatic transmission combines the manual shifting and automatic shifting of a car, integrating the advantages of both automatic and manual transmissions. 2. It minimizes the power loss of the transmission system. Essentially, it is still a type of automatic transmission, but because it incorporates the characteristics of manual shifting, allowing free adjustment of gears and engine speed, it offers more driving pleasure than a conventional automatic transmission.
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