Transmission overdrive
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-028578
Overdrive, in general, refers to a top gear ratio of less than one. This refers to a transmission gear ratio and not necessarily a separate mechanical unit, as in the past. If a gear ratio is less than 1, the transmission output speed is greater than the input speed. Lower gear ratios will increase high speed fuel economy at the expense of torque.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-028578 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| Subject | Sustainability and green living |
| References | Green Vehicle Guide Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "Overdrive, in general, refers to a top gear ratio of less than one. This refers to a transmission gear ratio and not necessarily a separate mechanical unit, as in the past. If a gear ratio is less than 1, the transmission output speed is greater than the input speed. Lower gear ratios will increase high speed fuel economy at the expense of torque.",
"subject": "Sustainability and green living",
"references": [
"Green Vehicle Guide Glossary"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/transmission-overdrive/"
}
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