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Volvo’s version of the twin-clutch semi-automated gearbox that we became acquainted with as the DSG in VW Group models, the Powershift, is now available on the 136Hp 2.0-litre turbodiesel versions of the Volvo C30, S40 and V50 models. This new Powershift transmission is a six-speed unit and according to Volvo’s calculations, it contributes to a fuel consumption saving of about 8% compared with a conventional automatic transmission.
- Ford Mondeo Gains New 203hp 2.0-liter Ecoboost Turbo And Updated Diesel Line-up
Following on its introduction on the facelifted S-MAX and Galaxy people carriers, Ford's European division is now expanding the availability of the new 2.0-liter EcoBoost petrol engine with turbocharging and direct fuel injection tech on the Mondeo....
- 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...
- Ford Focus & C-max With Dual-clutch Gearbox On Sale In The Uk
Ford’s new six-speed dual clutch semi-automated gearbox is available for order in the UK. Called PowerShift, the transmission is offered on the Focus and C-MAX (minivan version of the Focus) range with the 2.0-litre TDCi diesel engine. Buyers can...
- Fiat Group To Launch Dual Clutch Gearbox For Alfa, Fiat And Lancia Models In 2009
Beginning in September 2009, the Fiat Group will offer its first-ever semi-automatic dual clutch gearbox. Fiat’s announcement comes only a few weeks after Volvo (click here) and BMW (see here) released their versions of semi-automated dual clutch...
- 2008 Volvo C30 Efficiency: 4.5l/100 Km Or 52.3 Mpg
Who needs hybrids? Apparently Volvo doesn’t as it proves with the new C30 Efficiency (available from early 2008) which boasts an avg. fuel consumption of less than 4.5 l/100 km (or more than 52.3 mpg). That’s compared to 4.9 l/100 km which...
Cars
Volvo C30, S40 & V50: New Double-Clutch Gearbox Cuts Consumption by 8%
Volvo’s version of the twin-clutch semi-automated gearbox that we became acquainted with as the DSG in VW Group models, the Powershift, is now available on the 136Hp 2.0-litre turbodiesel versions of the Volvo C30, S40 and V50 models. This new Powershift transmission is a six-speed unit and according to Volvo’s calculations, it contributes to a fuel consumption saving of about 8% compared with a conventional automatic transmission.- Ford Mondeo Gains New 203hp 2.0-liter Ecoboost Turbo And Updated Diesel Line-up
Following on its introduction on the facelifted S-MAX and Galaxy people carriers, Ford's European division is now expanding the availability of the new 2.0-liter EcoBoost petrol engine with turbocharging and direct fuel injection tech on the Mondeo....
- 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...
- Ford Focus & C-max With Dual-clutch Gearbox On Sale In The Uk
Ford’s new six-speed dual clutch semi-automated gearbox is available for order in the UK. Called PowerShift, the transmission is offered on the Focus and C-MAX (minivan version of the Focus) range with the 2.0-litre TDCi diesel engine. Buyers can...
- Fiat Group To Launch Dual Clutch Gearbox For Alfa, Fiat And Lancia Models In 2009
Beginning in September 2009, the Fiat Group will offer its first-ever semi-automatic dual clutch gearbox. Fiat’s announcement comes only a few weeks after Volvo (click here) and BMW (see here) released their versions of semi-automated dual clutch...
- 2008 Volvo C30 Efficiency: 4.5l/100 Km Or 52.3 Mpg
Who needs hybrids? Apparently Volvo doesn’t as it proves with the new C30 Efficiency (available from early 2008) which boasts an avg. fuel consumption of less than 4.5 l/100 km (or more than 52.3 mpg). That’s compared to 4.9 l/100 km which...