What is the difference between an automatic transmission car and a manual-automatic transmission?

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DiLuke
07/30/25 3:59am
The differences between an automatic transmission car and a manual-automatic transmission: 1. Different functions: An automatic transmission car only has an automatic mode; a manual-automatic transmission has two modes, one is the automatic mode, and the other is the manual mode. 2. Different operations: An automatic transmission does not require shifting operations based on road conditions or driving situations; a manual-automatic transmission requires shifting operations based on road conditions and driving situations. When driving a manual-automatic transmission car on a long and steep slope, if it is left in D gear, the transmission will frequently shift, which can severely damage the transmission, and coasting in neutral is not allowed. Some people, in order to save fuel, shift the gear lever to N gear when driving at high speeds or going downhill, causing the transmission output shaft to rotate at a very high speed while the engine idles. This leads to insufficient oil supply from the transmission oil pump and poor lubrication conditions, which can ultimately cause the transmission to burn out and even lead to accidents.
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