# Why Did F1 Ban CVTs?

> Continuously-variable transmissions (CVTs) are equal-parts loved for their engineering accomplishments and mechanical simplicity, and loathed for. ..

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1829808/why-f1-racing-ban-cvt-transmission/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=67fd50a186b99b8ffc16aabe)
- **Published:** 2025-04-14
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #cvts #accomplishments #continuously #engineering #equal #loathed #loved #mechanical
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