What is the 9AT transmission in the Avancier?

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The 9AT transmission in the Avancier is manufactured by ZF. ZF Friedrichshafen AG develops and produces complete driveline and chassis systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and construction machinery. It is also a major supplier of specialized transmissions for ships, forklifts, railway locomotives, and helicopters. The Avancier 9AT transmission is a 9-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode. The manual mode features eight forward gears. Essentially, it is a traditional AT or CVT transmission enhanced with manual shifting capability, designed to add more driving pleasure to automatic vehicles. When using the Avancier 9AT transmission in daily driving, pay attention to the following points: Do not delay transmission fluid changes for extended periods. Prolonged intervals can damage internal components such as bearings and the housing. Avoid coasting in neutral for long durations. While some experienced drivers coast in neutral with manual transmissions, doing so in an automatic can cause overheating and create harsh engagement when shifting back to Drive (D). Never engage Drive (D) or Reverse (R) before the vehicle comes to a complete stop. Some drivers shift into reverse while still moving forward to demonstrate "smooth" operation, but this severely damages transmission gears and may eventually cause grinding or other failures. Avoid frequent steep hill climbs in Drive (D). Automatic transmissions may overheat under heavy load or upshift prematurely, resulting in insufficient power. Use manual mode to lock lower gears or switch to sport mode to protect the transmission. Do not tow long distances. If the automatic vehicle breaks down, use a flatbed tow truck with the transmission in Neutral (N). Never tow it directly with a rope or other methods that involve dragging the vehicle.