Glossary
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Transmission
CVT
Too Afraid to Ask
CVT is a kind of automatic gearbox that can change speeds smoothly, making the car feel more fluid and often improving fuel economy.
Technical Definition
CVT stands for Continuously Variable Transmission, a type of automatic transmission that changes gear ratios smoothly without fixed steps.
Hear It Discussed
"He doesn't like the weight, the high profile, the CVT. So he'd rather be in his IS, but that's not big enough."
The Soul Of A Car, A Disposable Car, A Car For A Particular Time In Your Life | Episode 1,032 Everyday Driver Car Debate
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