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Old 12-24-2009, 02:52 PM   #4 (permalink)
aac0036
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Originally Posted by humboldt1498 View Post
I think it mostly has to do with manufacuring costs. CVT transmissions are the way of the future. As the technology becomes cheaper you will start seeing it in more cars. CVT transmissions allow for almost optimal acceleration because of the fact in never has to shift and constantly keeps the motor at peak HP. It also delievers great MPG because it can keep the motor at perfect RPM for good economy.
Exactly. Nissan is the best at making CVT's right now, they've mastered it the best so far.



I don't like CVT's at all though
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