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Proton, a Malaysian automotive company, has recently announced that the new X70 SUV model will be equipped with a 7-speed DCT transmission, and before its official release, the automaker invited a group of media reporters to China for the purpose of learning more about the new transmission solution.

According to the documents from responsible authorities (NHTSA), Paccar, Volvo, Mack trucks will be recalled because of gearbox issues. The list of recalled vehicles includes more than 26,000 trucks.

Numerous studies say that the share of the global autonomous vehicle market will increase by more than 10 times from 2019 to 2026. There’s one issue of the new technology that deserves special attention: the influence of autonomous cars on auto repair shops and car maintenance services. More specifically, how repair shops of the future will adopt if driverless cars are to become the mainstream.

All motorized vehicles have a transmission, which transmits torque from the engine to the driving wheels. Producers of automobile gearboxes offer new technical solutions, which use fuel more efficiently, are easier to operate, and ensure comfortable driving, as well as enhanced reliability and maintainability. Therefore, modern gearboxes for trucks and commercial vehicles are innovative high-tech products with integrated electronic control systems.

BorgWarner reported that the company provided new Volvo’s XC40 vehicle with its up-to-date 4WD coupling to improve running characteristics and driver’s convenience. Due to the company’s experience in designing 4WD solutions, the coupling gives not only better dynamics but also traction for the first-rate driving experience.

Nissan is one of the most active car producers in developing automotive driverless solution. The company plans to launch production of autopilot cars by 2020. Moreover, Nissan engineers recentrly came up with another idea to launch a driverless taxi.