The debate between automatic and manual transmissions (a.k.a. stick shift) has lasted decades and will probably always be a topic of conversation among auto enthusiasts. When you set out to buy a new car, one of the first things you should consider is what kind of transmission you want. To help you decide, we’ve made
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How does a Transmission Work?
by Chris Chase The transmission is an integral part of any modern car. It provides low gear ratios that maximize power in acceleration and high gears that allow for efficient highway cruising. And if you drive a vehicle with an automatic transmission, you know that the car decides which ratio is best for any situation.
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Automatic Transmission – Maintenance and Inspections
The last few decades have seen a few innovations in automatic-transmission technology. One is the continuously variable transmission, or CVT, which, instead of gears, uses a pair of pulleys connected by a metal belt. Another is the dual-clutch transmission, which is closer in concept to a manual transmission but adds automated shifting.
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