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Automatic

The automatic transmission frees the driver from gear selection, using hydraulic torque converters, dual-clutch mechanisms, or planetary gearsets to manage ratios. Modern automatics shift faster and more efficiently than any human. They dominate luxury cars, grand tourers, and increasingly sports cars. The automatic is not less sophisticated than a manual. It is differently sophisticated, optimized for consistency over engagement.

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