what is ivt transmission

An Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) is a type of continuously variable transmission (CVT) that can change through a continuous range of gear ratios. Unlike other transmissions that provide a limited number of gear ratios in fixed steps, IVTs offer an infinite range of low gears, allowing the vehicle to move forward at an infinitely slow speed. IVTs are designed to deliver better fuel economy and a smoother, more responsive driving experience compared to traditional automatic transmissions. They allow the engine to spend more time in the optimal power range, which helps deliver good performance while using less fuel. IVTs can function as both CVTs and IVTs, and the types of CVTs that are able to function as IVTs include epicyclic, friction-disk, and ratcheting CVTs.