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There are no longer any new BMWs that come with a DCT transmission, all of them having made way for torque converter automatics. This is a decision that was first made around two years ago and is now bearing fruit.
A dual-clutch transmission, or DCT, functions like two manual transmissions in one package, with two independent shafts and clutches for odd and even gears.
The story of the dual-clutch transmission (DCT) began with its use on high-end performance cars, where quick shifting is deeply valued. Over time, DCTs found their way into many mass-market vehicles.
My expertise in automated manual transmissions (AMTs) and dual-clutch transmissions (DCTs) comes from many years of experience in researching and writing about these transmissions for a wide variety of automotive…
