Where is the production location of Geely 4AT transmission?
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Geely 4AT transmission is produced in Zhejiang. Below are specific details about AT transmissions: 1. Structural form: AT transmission is an automatic transmission, some AT transmissions have manual mode, while others do not. Tiptronic refers to a certain type of automatic transmission with manual shifting capability, indicating a structural form of the transmission. 2. Working principle: AT transmission is a relatively common automatic transmission that contains many planetary gears inside, relying on them for speed and torque variation. The AT transmission connects to the engine via a torque converter. This type of transmission offers smooth shifting and high reliability and durability.
I previously researched Geely's transmissions. Most of their 4AT units were domestically produced in China. In 2009, Geely acquired Australia's DSI company, obtaining 4AT technology, and later established production facilities in Xiangtan and Tongliang to manufacture them locally. Older models like the Englon SC7 used imported units, while newer versions mostly switched to domestic ones. To be honest, 4AT transmissions are quite rare now, as most new cars have upgraded to 6AT or dual-clutch systems. The production location of transmissions doesn't significantly affect performance - based on owner feedback, the quality has remained stable after localization, and repairs are less expensive than with imported units.
People often ask where Geely's 4AT transmissions are manufactured. From my experience with car owners, there are basically two scenarios. Early models like the EC7 from around 2010 were mostly made in Australia, as Geely had acquired the DSI plant there. However, post-2015 models such as the Vision series are predominantly domestic products from Geely's Chongqing factory. Nowadays, when servicing these vehicles at repair shops, the transmission labels mostly read 'Made in China'. In fact, this shift in production location reflects the technological localization process - after Australian engineers relocated the production lines, the transmissions were recalibrated to better suit Chinese road conditions.
