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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 even the smallest models in the range (e.g. the new BMW 1-Series).
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From a technological-feature perspective, the all-new 2015 Chrysler 200 is important for two main reasons: it's the world’s first mid-size sedan fitted as standard with a 9-speed automatic transmission and the first 200 to be available with...
- Toyota Avensis Gets 132hp 1.6l Petrol And 2.0l Diesel With Auto Transmission
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- Hyundai Reveals New Six-speed Auto Transmission
Set to be rolled out on selected models in 2009 onwards, Hyundai's new six-speed automatic transmission promises to boosts fuel economy by 12% and is 12kg (26.5 lbs) lighter and has 62 fewer parts than a 5-speed auto transaxle. With the introduction...
- Holden Introduces 2wd Captiva With 2.0l Turbo Diesel Engine
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- 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...
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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 even the smallest models in the range (e.g. the new BMW 1-Series).
But ZF has outdone them all by launching the world’s first 9-speed automatic transmission for passenger cars in the VDI Conference “Transmissions in Vehicles 2011â€. The new gearbox, code-named 9HP and designed for cars with front-transverse drive, is available in two model ranges, can handle torque between 280 and 480 Nm (206.5 – 331.9 lb-ft) and can be combined, according to each manufacturer’s requirements, with different stop-start systems, hybrid and all-wheel drive applications.
Read more »- 2015 Chrysler 200 2.4l Returns 35 Mpg Highway – Plus 80 New Photos And 2 Videos
From a technological-feature perspective, the all-new 2015 Chrysler 200 is important for two main reasons: it's the world’s first mid-size sedan fitted as standard with a 9-speed automatic transmission and the first 200 to be available with...
- Toyota Avensis Gets 132hp 1.6l Petrol And 2.0l Diesel With Auto Transmission
Toyota has enhanced its engine line-up for the UK market Avensis with the introduction of two new powertrains, a 1.6-liter gasoline (already offered in other European countries) and the 2.2-liter D-CAT diesel with a 6-speed automatic transmission - the...
- Hyundai Reveals New Six-speed Auto Transmission
Set to be rolled out on selected models in 2009 onwards, Hyundai's new six-speed automatic transmission promises to boosts fuel economy by 12% and is 12kg (26.5 lbs) lighter and has 62 fewer parts than a 5-speed auto transaxle. With the introduction...
- Holden Introduces 2wd Captiva With 2.0l Turbo Diesel Engine
While four-wheel-drive systems have their strong points, we all know that a great percentage of SUV buyers don’t actually need AWD for their everyday driving chores. With this in mind, GM’s Australian subsidiary Holden announced the launch...
- 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...