Automatic transmission news articles 
Final European specifications confirmed for the new Infiniti G37 Convertible
Infiniti has released final European specifications for the G37 Convertible, arguably the brand’s most seductive design yet. Offered in a choice of two comprehensively equipped models, both featuring a metal three-piece folding roof, the G37 Convertible has been designed without compromise to look as beautiful with the top up as it does down. It was also created with driving pleasure in mind. Power comes from a tuneful 3.7-litre, V6 petrol e... [more]
Fiesta 1.4-litre automatic is now on sale
Ford has made a new addition to the Fiesta range, in the form of the new Durashift automatic transmission models. The refined transmission is matched to the Ford Fiesta’s new 1.4-litre, 96PS Duratec petrol engine, with a responsive character that benefits from new Fiesta’s lighter yet stronger body structure, being approximately 40kg lighter than the car it replaced. This ensures ‘auto’ convenience does not significantly compromise performa... [more]
European motorists are taking to automatic transmissions in growing numbers
According to Bosch, motorists in Europe are taking to automatic transmissions in growing numbers and the yearly growth rate is set to hit 6% over the next seven years. This year Bosch is celebrating 25 years as a market leader in the supply of electronic controls for automatic transmission systems. Then as now the company’s objective is to use electronic transmission controls to provide a high degree of comfort through fast, gentle gear changi... [more]
Other Automatic transmission news and reviews
Auto review: 2013 Subaru BRZ is an honest-to-goodness sports car
Don't let the low horsepower fool you. The Subaru BRZ offers good, clean thrills from a car not unlike a bigger, more refined go-cart. You look fat in that. Of course I'll be late. Your baby reminds me of Gollum's uncle.
1992 Cadillac Seville sts from Sweden - Comments
For any automatic transmission to crap out at around 100k miles (which is the norm), that is just plain pathetic for what I've experienced. I'm 24 and have owned 5 vehicles of various makes, all with well over 100k miles, and none of them needed the transmissions replaced or rebuilt.
SAE International to Host Truck and Bus Transmission Seminar in Suzhou City, China
Sponsored by Lubrizol and hosted by SAE International, "Automatic Transmissions for Trucks and Bus Rapid Transit Vehicles: Performance Advantages and Challenges" will take place June 12-13 in Suzhou City, China. Industry experts will provide vehicle trend data and market drivers, detailed technical presentations on heavy-duty automatic transmission functionality, and design considerations. Real ...
Auto Oiler for Outback
SYDNEY – May 15, 2012: Subaru will take the next step in its dynamic diesel story by with the introduction of its first automatic transmission diesel variant.
Alliance of Leaders in Russia: T8 and OFS Demonstrate Successful Error-free 100 Gb/s Transmission Together With 40 Gb ...
MOSCOW, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- OFS, a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of innovative fiber-optic network products, and T8, a leading Russian designer, manufacturer and supplier of DWDM ...
2013 Scion FR-S Review By John Heilig +VIDEO
Model: 2013 Scion FR-S Engine: 2.0-liter horizontally opposed 4 Horsepower/Torque: 200 hp @ 7,000 rpm/151 lb.-ft. @ 6,400-6,600 Transmission: 6-speed manual or automatic with paddle shifters Wheelbase: 101.2 in.
Rating Wall Street's Ratings: Allison Transmission, Regions Financial, Bank of Ireland, Intuitive Su
The Street upgrades and downgrades endlessly; let's see whether its targets deserve the hype.
Allison Transmission Announces First Quarter 2012 Results
INDIANAPOLIS, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ALSN - News), the world's largest manufacturer of commercial duty fully-automatic transmissions and hybrid-propulsion systems, ...
All-New Ford Escape with EcoBoost Engine EPA-Certified at 33 MPG, the Most Fuel Efficient Small SUV on Market
DEARBORN, Mich., April 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- All-new Ford Escape certified by U.S. EPA at class-leading 33 mpg with an automatic transmission, which is preferred by the majority of American drivers; ...
Think before making First Call your first call
First Call is insisting I pay extra £73 charge even though I have breakdown cover In November, I paid an annual premium of £42 to First Call GB for car breakdown cover. In March I was unable to start my automatic-transmission Renault, so I called First Call GB. Their contractor's mechanic was also unable to start it. After a series of tests, he announced that the car required a new starter-motor ...
