ATF issues are considered to be the main reason of automatic transmission failure, therefore some drivers use ATF additives. Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) additive is a luquid with unique characteristics which is used for improvement of the automatic transmission performance and prolonging its service life.

CVTCORP, an international technology enterprise specializing in manufacturing powerful and fuel-efficient CVT gearboxes, is starting the 1-st manufacturing application of a high-capacity, effective and economically viable mCVT. This transmission solution, named as Ecomec 150, is used in the newly made Skyjack Ecoshift telehandler

For many years WABCO company has been offering its customers electronic and mechanical technologies in the field of braking systems and transmissions for commercial vehicles. Recently the company reached a long-standing supply agreement with a major producer of trucks and buses located in Europe. WABCO will provide its most advanced valves for automated manual transmissions. The company will operate as a single vendor for future large-scale manufacturing, mainly in Europe and South America.

Some types of vehicles may be equipped with special devices, such as lifts, tipping mechanisms or pumps that need additional power. This is the case when a power take-off mechanisms are crucial for proper operation of this onboard equipment. Mack Trucks has recently released a new split shaft feature for its mDRIVE HD automated manual transmission.

ZF plans to establish a joint venture with Chinese company Anhui Heli Co., Ltd. The enterprice, named ZF-HELI Drivetech (Hefei) Co., Ltd., will help ZF to promote its products related to fork-lift trucks in China, the most promising market for the auto industry. Moreover, the German company will also diversify its product line with solutions offered by the Chinese partner.

ZF Aftermarket provides not only original ZF auto parts, but is also ready to share some valuable info on automobile technologies with industry students, technicians and industry professionals in the form of training seminars. Thanks to ZF training programs repair specialists gain valuable experience and skills which help them to ensure high quality services.

At the beginning of February Punch Powertrain officially launched a new plant in Ningbo, China. The facility was completed in early 2018 after eight months of construction activities. It is the 2-nd industrial undertaking of the Belgian company in China.

It has been known for a long period of time that Valeo, the French producer and supplier of auto components and spare parts, has established a 50:50 venture with the Korean company PHC Group. But only recently the official endorsement has been granted after solving all regulatory issues and the deal has been offically confirmed by Valeo officials.

This article contains the information about the most popular automatic transmissions. We will review the most common problems encountered in automatic transmissions, present the most reliable gearboxes and warn about troublesome transmission solutions. Moreover, descriptions of transmissions are supplemented by images and different videos containing some general information on transmissions and their components, typical problems and repair tips.

Nowadays numerous specialized tuning agencies and transmission services offer auto enthusiasts the opportunity to upgrade automatic transmissions. Such tuning operations may vary from reprogramming of transmission control algorithms to complete replacement of transmission parts. But it is important to point out that transmission tuning is a painstaking procedure which requires detailed analysis of desired changes and possible consequences of implementation of such transmission specialties.

BorgWarner has recently informed that the up-to-date VW Crafter vehicle will be equipped with 2 variants of its electro-hydraulically activated 4WD coupling. This space-saving and light-weighted engineering 4WD concept ensures well-spread torque between forward and back axles that result in enhanced torque-carrying capability, fuel efficiency and better car responsiveness on various types of the road surface.

EMOSS Mobile Systems has designed an electric semi-truck with installed Allison 4500 gearbox that has a capacity to cover over 300 miles on one charge. Allison has a proven record of successful application of its hybrid and electric propulsion systems which provide the increased fuel economy and lower emissions. Therefore, usage of Allison gearbox is considered to be a prime attribute to the EMOSS product.

A good repair specialist knows that in order to provide services in the most efficient manner, you need to apply high-quality equipment. When dealing with diagnostics and repair of Eaton’s gearboxes and combined powertrain systems, the solution is ServiceRanger 4.

Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies, a joint venture between Eaton and Cummins Inc. that specializes in technological solutions for medium- and high capacity trucks, has released its new Endurant 12-speed automated gearbox.

Allison Transmission, one of the leading producers of automatic commercial-duty gearboxes, promoted Otto Szalavari to managing director of international marketing. It is assumed that this measure will bring a fresh and more sophisticated approach in promotion of the company’s products.