Should You Buy a Car With a Dual-Clutch Transmission?
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If it’s a Ford, probably not.
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Volkswagen Axes 10-Speed Transmission Project
Volkswagen has put the kibosh on its 10-speed dual clutch automatic gearbox.
2017 Ford F-150 Adds New EcoBoost Engine, 10-Speed Automatic
The second-gen 3.5L EcoBoost engine will offer 30 lb-ft more peak torque compared to the first-generation mill.
2015 Chrysler 200 Recalled to Replace Transmission
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is recalling approximately 25,000 copies of the 200 mid-size sedan for a transmission replacement.
Jeep Nine-Speed Automatic Needs Another Reboot
The nine-speed automatic transmission that Jeep uses in its new Cherokee compact crossover is still having problems.
Should I Buy a Used Chevrolet Camaro?
Vehicle Overview In 2009 Chevrolet resurrected the Camaro nameplate. Using a mix of retro inspired style and futuristic design elements, the reborn Camaro commanded road presence and has become a sales success.
Jaguar F-Type to Get Manual, AWD
The Jaguar F-Type shook things up with it revived the brand’s presence in the sports car segment, but there’s still plenty to come from the British brand that loves to be bad.
Next Chrysler Minivans to get AWD, 9-Speed Trans
Chrysler’s next-generation minivans will benefit from improved fuel efficiency and all-weather functionality.
How Does a CVT Work?
Automatic transmissions are HUGELY popular in North America. Europe is still a strong hold for the manual gearbox but on this side of the Atlantic self-shifters account for at least 90 percent of new-vehicle sales; the standard trans lost the market-share race decades ago and in spectacular fashion.
Eight-Speed Auto Unlikely for 2015 Corvette Stingray
Don’t hold your breath for an eight-speed automatic in the the Corvette Stingray next year.
Corvette 8-Speed Automatic Transmission Details Leaked
Modernized as the C7 Corvette is, automatic models still use a six-speed automatic. That won’t be the case much longer and an SAE technical paper is revealing key details about the new slushbox.
2014 Nissan Juke NISMO RS Video, First Look
Is there a place on the market for a performance-oriented crossover? Nissan sure thinks so with its Juke NISMO RS.
2014 Nissan Juke NISMO RS Gets Faster, Fixes Faults
Nissan markets the Juke as a fun-to-drive crossover and while that is certainly the case, it’s still far from a performance product and the company is hoping to change that.
2014 Jeep Cherokee Heads to Dealers after Long Delay
Have you been anxiously waiting for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee? In spite of long delays the company is finally getting its act together and the new compact SUV should start to arrive at dealerships over the next 10 days.
Toyota Investing $28 Million in Michigan Facilities
Michigan, it’s more than just Great Lakes, the Big Three and the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history. To the surprise of many, GM, Ford and Chrysler aren’t the only games in town. Practically every major OEM and supplier company has offices, technical centers or test facilities in the mitten state, and Toyota is making...
2013 Nissan Pathfinder, Infiniti JX Under Safety Probe
Another day, another safety investigation. This time Nissan is under the microscope for complaints about leaks in some 2013 Pathfinder and Infiniti JX crossover vehicles.
Acura ILX With 2.4L, Automatic Under Consideration
Acura might have biggest changes in mind for its entry-level ILX than those it announced mid-May for the 2014 model year.
Should You Buy a Car With a Manual Transmission?
Is the manual transmission dead? Die-hard auto enthusiasts may shout out: “No way” but is anyone listening? If you’re in the market for a new car, a manual transmission might be a good idea, for a few key reasons.
2014 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Confirmed by Executive
Porsche brought its 2014 911 GT3 to the Geneva Motor Show earlier this month, showcasing its fastest-ever naturally-aspirated car. But just as you would likely expect, there’s an even hotter version coming.
200,000 9-Speed Transmissions Expected for New Chrysler Cars
Fiat-Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne expects there will be as many as 200,000 nine-speed transmissions available this year and bound for new Chrysler vehicles.
Nine-Speed Transmissions Slated for 2013 Chrysler Models
Ushering a new level of efficient technology into the automotive industry, Chrysler will begin selling cars with eight- and nine-speed transmissions by the first half of 2013.
Race to Add Transmission Gears ‘Close to the Limit’ Says ZF President
Most automotive enthusiasts can remember when an automaker first introduced the idea of a six-speed automatic transmission to the market, and nowadays modern vehicles sport as many as eight gears, with Hyundai even rumored to be working on a 10-speed.
2014 Corolla Might Get Ventilated Seats for US: Chief Engineer Says
Still a decent distance away from U.S. production, the 11th generation Toyota Corolla is giving us a few hints of what we could expect through the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) version.
Honda Rumored to Adopt Nine Speed Automatic Transmission
We know that Honda is heavily investing into continuously variable transmissions (CVTs) but what about a standard automatic transmission offering? It appears that the Japanese automaker could be investing in a nine-speed automatic manufactured by German supplier ZF. Chances are though that we won’t see any Hondas or Acuras on the road equipped with it...
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