cvt works great for hybrids thats all

 

Well, if only someone can make a CVT operate at maximum torque regardless of speed.

 

What's wrong with a 2-step?

 

Did some googling, and the only place I could find where this is being used in a racing application is go karts.
http://www.cvracing.co.uk/

If it was really meant for a performace application then somebody else would have to be using it in a high performance application. Another issue is that since a belt is involved, it doesn't work well in high torque applications. Not a problem for the S2000 though

 

Technology will catch up, both in programing and materials.

 

The older Honda Civic HX's has CVT back in like '97.

The s2k is a performance car with one of the best trannys in the market. Why change it?

 

Then stop slipping the clutch and step up to the "diff every three year" club instead. Or get skinnier / less grippy tires and break 'em free with ease.

 

I'd have *considered* a SMG-type trans if it had been available when I got my S. I never would have gotten an S if a CVT was my only choice.

I drove one of the '96 Civic HX with the CVT. I think it would have been a great commuter car. But I never would have thought it would be good for a performance oriented application.