What does MT mean on a car?
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MT in automotive terminology stands for Manual Transmission. Here is a related introduction to manual transmission: 1. Manual transmission is the earliest and most mature type of transmission. It uses different gear combinations to achieve power transmission. To shift gears and change the transmission ratio, MT relies solely on the driver stepping on the clutch and moving the gear lever, hence the term manual transmission. The advantages are obvious: it has a simple structure, reliable performance, low manufacturing and maintenance costs, high transmission efficiency, and better fuel economy in use. 2. Being purely mechanically controlled, it offers faster gear-shifting response and more directly reflects the driver's intentions, making driving more enjoyable. However, compared to automatic transmissions, its operation is more complex and requires some training to master the driving skills. MT transmission fluid also needs to be replaced regularly, typically every 60,000 kilometers or so.