Most automatic transmissions, however, can do much more than just go forward, go backwards, and stop your car from rolling into traffic. Some have lower gears you can shift into. Other ...

There are more types of automatic transmissions than ever before, including conventional torque-converter step-gear automatics, dual-clutch automatics (sometimes called automated manuals ...

In your quest for better fuel economy and more value, don't overlook the potential benefits of shifting yourself. In our tests, we've found that in some cars a manual transmission can improve gas ...

Other crossovers like the Jeep Renegade, Fiat 500X, and Jeep Compass sport nine-speed automatic transmissions as well, but what’s the advantage of having more gears in your transmission ...

Introduced in 1994, the 7.3L Power Stroke engine was offered as the diesel engine of choice in Ford's heavy-duty range of pickups. The introduction of the Power Stroke V8 saw Ford's diesel-powered ...

CVTs, or Constantly Variable Transmissions, are a type of automatic transmission that uses a bunch of drums, pulleys, and either a belt or chain — as opposed to the physical gears used in ...