Nowadays, there is still no ideal solutions on how to transmit torque from the engine to the drive wheels — actually, there’s not even a universal agreement on the best location for the switching mechanism that controls the ratio changes.

Not always bubbles on transmission dipstick are caused by insufficient ATF (transmission oil) level or its overflow. Problem can be more serious. As a rule, this symptom indicates certain faults in the transmission operation. In most cases, transmission fluid foaming is caused by abnormal ATF levels, but sometimes it is a result of transmission being damaged badly.

If you are used to keeping everything under control, including the gear shifting process in your classic car, you should certainly consider using an advanced electronic transmission in your motorcar. If you make up your mind to give it a try, you will need an additional transmission module/controller to move the performance capacity of your car to a new level.

Despite the fact that today cars equipped with manual transmissions become obsolete and get replaced with more advanced automatic models, it still can be useful to know how to drive a stick shift, especially if you plan to steal a manually shifting car. And a recent story from Canada proves this point.

Much like modern automotive trend on shifting from with manual transmissions to more confortable automatics, in the first decade of the last century there was a demand for a semi-automatic transmission that operated without the driver involvement. And automotive engineers of that time had some interesting engineering solutions to offer.

European Auto Group, the automotive tuning company from San Antonio, Texas, has already amazed the automotive world with its unique transmission swap projects (such as 2020 Toyota Supra and Ferrari 430 Scuderia). Art Bartosik, the head of EAG, has recently announced that his team plans to embark on the manual swap for the Mercedes-AMG GT.

VW Group Components has announced that it has designed a transmission system for all the electric vehicles based on the MEB platform. According to the manufacturer, the new product is notable for its compactness and its operating versatility – i.e. it can handle different situations on the road with a single gear.

A fleet truck can be easily overloaded if it does not come with the proper powertrain (engine+ transmission) combination, thereby resulting in increased expenditures for maintenance servicing. In this article, we will consider some helpful tips for owners of truck fleets on selecting truck components that have a significant impact on its performance, fuel economy and maintainability.

Eaton has recently announced a range of modifications to its IntelliConnect remote diagnostics system, which allows drivers and fleets to receive relevant data on with fault codes, prioritizes critical issues and offers possible corrective measures. The introduction of new features is expected to become a significant step in workflow optimization.

Allison’s transmission solution 3414 RHS is a good example of how automotive market needs facilitate progress of Allison products. Developed in accordance with the latest industry trends and demands of modern customers, the 3414 RHS unit is now gaining recognition from industry experts. Heavy Duty Trucking magazine named this remarkable transmission solution a Top 20 Product Winner for 2020.

Two major Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia have designed a predictive Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Connected Shift System, allowing the car to switch automatically to the most appropriate gear after assessing the road and traffic situations ahead.

Jasper Engines & Transmissions, the largest US remanufacturer of drivetrain elements, and Find A Wrench (FAW), have entered into partnership to offer tools and services for independent workshops, and dealer centers, experiencing labor shortages.

Allison Transmission, a major provider of automatic transmission solutions for commercial vehicles, has recently entered into partnership with Hyundai Motor Company, to supply its Allison 1000 xFE™ automatics for the Mighty Light Duty Truck.

Despite the fact that current trends on the automotive market and low take rates of manual models make Toyota’s decision to use the automatic transmission in 2020 Supra absolutely reasonable, fans of the classic Supra with a stick still hope for a miracle. But it seems like cries for a manual option won’t come true, at least not with the 2021 model.

Thanks to an innovative virtual reality (VR) training technology designed by Bosch, Ford automotive repair specialists soon will learn how to service and maintain the fully electric Mustang Mach-E without the necessity to get inside the car.