Quiz on Car Transmissions

What is the main function of a car transmission?

• Adjust the gear ratio between the drive wheels and engine

• Control the steering of the vehicle

• Monitor the fuel consumption

• Regulate the air conditioning system

Which type of transmission requires the driver to manually change gears using a clutch pedal and shifter?

• Automated Manual Transmission

• Intelligent Manual Transmission

• Automatic Transmission

• Manual Transmission

What is the advantage of an Intelligent Manual Transmission (IMT) over a regular manual transmission?

• Lower resale value

• Higher learning curve

• Clutchless operation

• Smooth gear shifts

What is a significant benefit of an Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) over a manual transmission?

• Reduced fuel efficiency

• Manual gear shifts when needed

• Increased driver fatigue

• Clutchless operation

How does an Automatic Transmission differ from a Manual Transmission?

• Changes gears automatically

• Has a clutch pedal

• Requires manual gear shifting

• Operates using a clutchless system

What type of transmission uses a system of belts and pulleys to produce an infinite range of gear ratios?

• Continuously Variable Transmission

• Semi-Automatic Transmission

• Automated Manual Transmission

• Dual Clutch Transmission

What is a drawback of Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)?

• Unusable in off-road conditions

• Engine braking capability

• Complex system

• Great fuel efficiency

How does a Semi-Automatic Transmission differ from a Manual Transmission?

• Requires manual gear shifting

• Has a clutch pedal

• Uses a computer to manage clutch operation

• Operates without a gear stick

What feature distinguishes a Dual Clutch Transmission from other types of transmissions?

• Clutchless operation

• Separate clutches for odd and even gears

• Slow gear shifts

• Low cost of maintenance

Which type of transmission is commonly found in race cars and high-end sports cars?

• Semi-Automatic Transmission

• Dual Clutch Transmission

• Automated Manual Transmission

• Continuously Variable Transmission