Not exact matches
«The objective,» says Bentley's Dr Ulrich Eichhorn, «was to get the engine and transmission working together, enabling us to transmit every ounce
of power, and eliminating the «
rubber band effect»
of the old torque converter.»
The CVT is commonly known for its «
rubber band»
effect, however, out
of all car manufacturers using this type
of transmission, Nissan CVTs are probably the most refined, especially in V6 models.
You also have an option
of a petrol CVT which offers smooth acceleration but does have the usual
rubber band effect.
The
rubber band effect, which is a signature problem with CVT transmissions, only seems exaggerated in this case because
of the low torque output
of the 1.2 - litre petrol engine.
Particular efforts were made to reduce any
rubber -
band effect in the operation
of the hybrid system and transmission by optimizing the level
of electric motor assistance and engine rpm to generate a linear acceleration feel without the engine running at high revs.
The biggest detriment to this however is the constant «
rubber band»
effect that happens with opponents during a race, where you'll find your opponents alarmingly catch up behind you regardless
of how far or well you've been driving.