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CVT enters the mainstream
By Scott Memmer (July 14, 2005)
From Edmunds.com
Continuously variable transmissions (CVT) save gas and provide smoother shifting, so why don't all cars have them? Currently, only a few models are offered with CVT. This article from Edmunds.com explains the history of CVTs and what new technology is making them crop up in more cars. The author talks about how CVTs work and what advantages they offer over traditional automatic transmissions. CVTs represent a new and important choice when considering buying a car.


What is CVT?
CVTs have been around for many years, but only recently have been used in cars. Find out where CVTs have been and where they are going.


How does it work?
How is a CVT different from a traditional automatic transmission? Get some detail on what makes CVTs unique.