What Does Dual-Clutch Transmission Mean?
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Dual-clutch transmission (DCT) means having two clutches, where one is responsible for the odd-numbered gears 1, 3, 5, and 7, while the other clutch handles the even-numbered gears 2, 4, and 6. Unlike conventional automatic transmissions, a DCT is based on a manual transmission yet is not a traditional automatic transmission. It combines the flexibility of a manual transmission with the comfort of an automatic transmission while also delivering uninterrupted power output. How a dual-clutch transmission works: The drive shaft in a DCT is divided into two parts—a solid drive shaft and a hollow drive shaft. Each of the two clutches is responsible for engaging one of the drive shafts, allowing the engine power to be transmitted seamlessly through one of the shafts.