Audi S3 Boxes Clever With New S Tronic Transmission Option
Sep 29, 2008
The Audi S3 is now not only available with five doors, but also with seven speeds courtesy of the much lauded S tronic twin-clutch transmission, which not only quickens shifts compared with the continuing manual version, but also slows down fuel consumption. Available to order from October 1st at an extra cost of £1,4 ... Continue reading
Fall Car Care Month: Meineke Offers Advice, Tips
Sep 26, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(Grassroots Newswire)--With a new season comes a rejuvenated spirit, fall cleaning â and vehicle maintenance. Therefore, with the road trips that many people took over the summer and in recognition of Fall Car Care Month this October, Meineke Car Care Centers are encouraging drivers to make sure t ... Continue reading
Delco Remy's New 36SI Alternator Provides Improved Fuel Efficiency for Fleets
Sep 25, 2008
Wal-Mart Purchases 36SI Alternator to Further Fleet's Efficiency PENDLETON, Ind., Sept. 24 -- Delco Remy's new 36SI(TM) heavy-duty alternator is helping fleets meet fuel efficiency improvement goals. Design enhancements to the 36SI alternator include improved cooling, durability and overall efficiency. Ultimately, alte ... Continue reading
User-Convenient Vehicle Electronics are Centerpiece of Convergence 2008
Sep 23, 2008
DETROIT, Sept. 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Making sure electronic features are "user-friendly" is the focus of Convergence 2008, the world-class transportation electronics conference hosted by Chrysler and set for Oct. 20-22 at Cobo Hall in Detroit. Today's consumers are increasingly comfortable with technology, and ... Continue reading
Quantum Performance and Team Shelby to Honor Carroll Shelby With 1st Annual 'Texas Roundup'
Sep 23, 2008
Rally to Shelby's Tech School, Dedication & Car Show to Mark Day DALLAS, Sept. 22 -- Quantum Performance, an Authorized Shelby Mod Shop will honor the legendary Carroll Shelby with its first annual Team Shelby Texas Roundup Drive on October 25, 2008. The event, which will begin at Quantum Performance's state-of-the-art ... Continue reading
Visteon to Present at Deutsche Bank 2008 Leveraged Finance Conference on Sept. 24
Sep 23, 2008
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Sept. 22, 2008 -- Visteon Corporation , a leading supplier of automotive systems and technology, will participate in the Deutsche Bank 2008 Leveraged Finance Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 24, at the Phoenician in Scottsdale, Ariz. Visteon's presentation is scheduled for 9:55 a.m. Mountain St ... Continue reading
BMW Introduces Its New Sports Automatic Transmission With Double Clutch.
Sep 17, 2008
BMW will offer drivers of the 335i Coupé and 335i Convertible the option of a new sports automatic transmission before the end of the year. The new sports automatic transmission with double clutch, offered in addition to the standard six-speed manual, replaces the previous optional 6-speed Steptronic gearbox. ... Continue reading
Volvo Powershift is an Automatic Choice For Business
Aug 7, 2008
The new six-speed Volvo Powershift is set to be a popular choice with business users as it combines the comfort of a fully-automatic transmission with the performance of a manual gearbox as well as delivering improved fuel efficiency. ... Continue reading
Economy and Efficiency Drive at the IAA
Jul 31, 2008
Allison Transmission, the premier global provider of commercial duty automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems, will use this year's IAA to highlight ways for operators and OEMs to increase efficiency and environmental performance through the use of a fully-automatic gearbox or hybrid powertrain. ... Continue reading
Antonov successfully completes 6-speed demonstrator vehicles
Jul 16, 2008
The Board of Antonov plc is pleased to announce that its six-speed automatic transmission programme has achieved a significant milestone with the completion of the demonstration vehicles. These will be shown to a high level Chinese delegation at the end of July in accordance with the plan previously announced. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Wins the "Golden Drop of Oil 2008" Award For Energy And Environment
Jun 27, 2008
Volkswagen has won the international competition "Golden Drop of Oil 2008" for its innovative engine-gearbox combination, the powerful 90 kW TSI engine and the new 7-speed DSG gearbox. ... Continue reading
Jun 25, 2008
Porsche continues the evolutionary change of the 911 model series with the announcement of all-wheel-drive versions of the next generation of its iconic sports car. The new 911 Carrera 4 and Carrera 4S will enter the market in both Coupé and Cabriolet guise, and offer a wide range of innovative engine, transmission an ... Continue reading
Ford's New Hi-Tech Gearbox Blends the Best of Auto and Manual
Jun 23, 2008
Ford Motor Company has added a high-tech new automatic transmission to its line-up, one which achieves the fuel economy of a manual gearbox but with the comfort and convenience of a normal auto. ... Continue reading
The New Audi S Tronic - Seven Gears for Dynamics and Efficiency
Jun 16, 2008
Seven gears that shift at lightning speed without interrupting traction - Audi presents a new phase in the evolution of transmission systems. The seven-speed S tronic has an extremely dynamic, high-efficiency action. This new dual-clutch transmission is designed for use with a longitudinally installed engine and quattr ... Continue reading
Antonov develops low cost gearbox for the low cost car
May 21, 2008
Antonov, the automotive technology company, is returning to first principles in order to develop the radical low cost transmission systems required for ultra low cost cars. ... Continue reading
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