What does the M plus/minus in a semi-automatic transmission mean?

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MacMackenzie
07/30/25 8:41am
M gear is the manual mode of a semi-automatic transmission, and the plus/minus in M gear means gear shifting. In M gear, shifting can be done like in manual transmission models, shifting up at high speeds and down at low speeds. When using the manual shifting mode, the gear lever needs to be switched to M gear. When shifting, simply move the gear lever or use the paddle shifters on the steering wheel or press the shift buttons. Introduction to semi-automatic transmission: It combines the manual and automatic shifting methods of a car. The manual mode allows free adjustment of gears and RPM, providing a smooth and sporty driving experience, full of driving pleasure. Function of semi-automatic transmission: The semi-automatic transmission is designed to improve the economy and controllability of the automatic transmission by giving the driver control over the shift timing, which was originally decided by the computer. At the same time, in urban traffic jams, the automatic mode can still be used for convenience. The semi-automatic transmission combines the advantages of both automatic and manual transmissions.
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