In the automotive industry, each brand has its own unique path of development and technology choices. Nowadays, Toyota, Nissan, Honda and many other well-known car companies have begun to widely adopt CVT (continuously variable transmission), which undoubtedly has a significant effect on optimizing fuel economy and driving comfort. However, the old Mazda still insisted on using a 6-speed automatic transmission (6-speed automatic transmission). Why?
Mazda chose to follow the 6AT not out of conservatism, but because of its brand philosophy of "driving pleasure". Although the 6AT is slightly lacking in fuel consumption, it shows a sense of directness and control that cannot be matched by CVTs.
It is undeniable that CVTs have an absolute advantage in terms of smooth driving and fuel economy through their infinitely variable characteristics. However, in terms of driving pleasure, when you press the accelerator deeply, you may feel a feeling of being "pulled", which is exactly the "rubber band effect" of CVTs. In contrast, the 6AT can clearly feel the flow of power when changing gears, making the driving process more enjoyable.
Finally, the maturity of the 6AT is also an important factor in Mazda's persistence in its use. Compared with the new CVT, the technology of 6AT is very mature, which is not only more convenient in maintenance and maintenance, but also can save consumers a lot of later maintenance costs.
To sum up, Mazda chose to stick to the 6AT, not only because it is in line with their brand philosophy, but also because of its advantages in terms of driving pleasure and product maturity. In this seemingly directionless and fast-changing automotive industry, only by sticking to oneself can we survive the competition.