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CVT Transmission Pros and Cons

July 2, 2018
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CVT Transmission Pros and Cons Have you ever driven a vehicle that’s equipped having a CVT transmission? In the event you are an automotive enthusiast, I’m positive you may already be conscious of this technologies. In case you do not know a good deal about CVTs, let me tell you what it’s and how it works. A CVT, or continuously variable transmission is really a sort of automatic transmission that has the capacity to offer an unlimited range of gear ratios in automobiles. CVTs had been earlier employed in industrial applications, but lately vehicle manufactures like General Motors, Nissan, Audi, Ford and Honda have began making use of CVT technologies in their cars. CVTs use really couple of components and...

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What is a Transmission?

July 2, 2018
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What is a transmission? Your car’s transmission is the most complicated and least understood major component in your car or truck. In today’s cars, the transmission is a combination of sophisticated hydraulics and computer-controlled electronic components. The transmission is a mechanical component designed to transmit power from a vehicle’s engine to the drive axle, which makes the wheels drive the vehicle. By varying the gear ratio, the transmission alters the levels of power and speed to the wheels. For example, in low ranges, the transmission provides more power and less speed; in high ranges, just the opposite is true. This reduces the load on the engine, while increasing the vehicle’s speed and fuel economy. Some vehicles use a clutch to...

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The Right ATF for Your CVT or Else!

July 2, 2018
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The Importance of the Right ATF for Your CVT The CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) in becoming increasingly popular with both Domestic and Import cars. Historically, these transmissions were limited due to their lower torque capacity; only being used in sub-compact cars with small-displacement engines. Better designs make these transmissions an option for wide range of car models with more substantial engines. The advantages of the CVT is they are compact, have fewer moving parts and have an infinite range of ratios; resulting in better fuel economy. Be careful though when it comes time to service your CVT. Using the wrong ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) can cost you dearly. CVTs use two steel pulleys and a steel belt made of multiple...

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