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[–] -1 points 1 year ago* (4 children)

Evey car has a clutch, including automatic. It is so the engine can keep turning without the wheels spinning.

Basically, if your car has a neutral, you have a clutch.

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    Cvts usually use a torque converter (which is a type of clutch but distinct from what you think of as a clutch when talking about a manual transmission).

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  • [–] 2 points 1 year ago

    Fluid dynamics in a turbine or torque multiplier with the stater. Turbines uses the fluid to spin up and they usually have a lockup clutch for cruising. Torque converters are usually smoother but don't deliver the full power right away, which is why some prefer a manual. Double clutch trannies are another beast which I love on my vw. I would assume the cvt takes the place of the clutch in the torque converter?

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