What is Continuously Variable Transmission?
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Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) refers to a transmission system that can continuously obtain any transmission ratio within the speed range. CVT, whose full English name is Continuously Variable Transmission, achieves the optimal match between the transmission system and engine conditions through continuous variation. Below are the advantages of CVT transmissions: 1. Since CVT transmissions do not have the gears found in conventional automatic transmissions, the resulting shift shock is eliminated, making the power output of CVT transmissions linear and providing a very smooth driving experience. 2. The CVT transmission system theoretically allows for an infinite number of gears, offering greater flexibility in gear settings. It makes it easier to achieve a balance between gear ratios, speed ratios, performance, fuel consumption, and exhaust emissions compared to traditional transmission systems. 3. The mechanical efficiency and fuel economy of CVT transmissions are significantly better than those of conventional automatic transmissions, second only to manual transmissions, offering much better fuel efficiency.