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We wonder when the number of gear wars will stop. It’s not something manufacturers are actually seeking to do (outdo one another by having more cogs), but the number is rising – the most recent report says Ford has already patented a 11-speed automatic gearbox; this is one more gear than they publicly announced.
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- Zf Launches World’s First 9-speed Automatic Transmission
It was not a long time ago that 6-speed automatic gearboxes were a privilege largely enjoyed by top of the range models. However, in their quest for efficiency, manufacturers have quickly moved on to 7- and 8-speed boxes which trickle down the line to...
- Nissan Announces Uk Pricing For 2009 370z
The all-new Nissan 370Z will be available for online order in the UK from Monday 2nd February with first customer deliveries in the country due in July. The range consists of three different trim versions, the entry-level 370Z priced from £26,895,...
- Bmw 335i Coupe & Cabriolet Get M3’s 7-speed Double-clutch Gearbox
Parallel to the market launch of the facelifted 3 Series sedan and touring models, BMW announced the availability of its new 7-speed semi-automatic gearbox with double-clutch for the 335i Coupe and 335i Convertible models. Named DKG, the new double-clutch...
- Geneva Preview: Chevrolet Epica With New 6-speed Automatic Gearbox
Chevrolet Europe is enhancing its top-range sedan, the Epica, with the introduction of an all-new six-speed automatic gearbox that can be mated to all three engines -2.0-liter 143 hp, 2.5-liter 156 hp and 2.0-liter Turbo Diesel 150 hp. The new 6-speed...
- Vw Golf & Golf Plus Get New 7-speed Dsg Gearbox
The latest evolution of Volkswagen’s DSG twin-clutch gearbox featuring seven gears, greater efficiency and a more compact design will make its debut on the is set to make its debut on the Golf and Golf Plus with the 1.4 TSI and 1.9 TDI engines...
Cars
Ford Reportedly Filed Patent for 11-Speed Gearbox
We wonder when the number of gear wars will stop. It’s not something manufacturers are actually seeking to do (outdo one another by having more cogs), but the number is rising – the most recent report says Ford has already patented a 11-speed automatic gearbox; this is one more gear than they publicly announced.
Read more »
- Zf Launches World’s First 9-speed Automatic Transmission
It was not a long time ago that 6-speed automatic gearboxes were a privilege largely enjoyed by top of the range models. However, in their quest for efficiency, manufacturers have quickly moved on to 7- and 8-speed boxes which trickle down the line to...
- Nissan Announces Uk Pricing For 2009 370z
The all-new Nissan 370Z will be available for online order in the UK from Monday 2nd February with first customer deliveries in the country due in July. The range consists of three different trim versions, the entry-level 370Z priced from £26,895,...
- Bmw 335i Coupe & Cabriolet Get M3’s 7-speed Double-clutch Gearbox
Parallel to the market launch of the facelifted 3 Series sedan and touring models, BMW announced the availability of its new 7-speed semi-automatic gearbox with double-clutch for the 335i Coupe and 335i Convertible models. Named DKG, the new double-clutch...
- Geneva Preview: Chevrolet Epica With New 6-speed Automatic Gearbox
Chevrolet Europe is enhancing its top-range sedan, the Epica, with the introduction of an all-new six-speed automatic gearbox that can be mated to all three engines -2.0-liter 143 hp, 2.5-liter 156 hp and 2.0-liter Turbo Diesel 150 hp. The new 6-speed...
- Vw Golf & Golf Plus Get New 7-speed Dsg Gearbox
The latest evolution of Volkswagen’s DSG twin-clutch gearbox featuring seven gears, greater efficiency and a more compact design will make its debut on the is set to make its debut on the Golf and Golf Plus with the 1.4 TSI and 1.9 TDI engines...