But when did the automatic transmission begin, and which car was the first to use it? The automatic transmission was invented in 1904 by Thomas Sturtevant of the Sturtevant Mill Company in Boston.

When it comes to transmissions, cars used to fall under two categories: manual and automatic. However, a third type of transmission is growing in popularity, creating a third option: the ...

In this report, we explain to you the different types of automatic transmissions and the pros and cons you face with each of them.

Many automatic transmissions are sealed or can be checked only by a mechanic. Always refer to your car’s owner’s manual for the proper service intervals.

Automakers choose a zig-zag pattern for their automatic shifters for safety reasons, as it makes it harder for drivers to ...

We have bought several sets of test cars of different types with both manual transmission and automatic transmissions and run them through our fuel-economy and acceleration tests. In most ...