New Automotive Transmission Technology 2020
New 2020 Innovations
A lot of new discoveries have been introduced in 2020, taking new steps forward in the automotive transmission industry! With new ideas every day and new cars on the market every year, this industry is one that constantly strives for improvement, productivity, efficiency, speed, status and power!
Here are just a few of the new technological advances in the automotive industry so far in 2020:
• Ford’s New & Improved Automatic Transmission – Ford developed a new version of their 10 speed transmission (first produced in 2017) for the Mustang. With this new transmission, the torque converter does not need to disengage between transmission shifts. The clutches are activated by integrated solenoid valves, to improve shift time! This new system increases clutch pressure accuracy and delivers faster and smoother gear changes. The new transmission will be available on the rear drive, 170ps Transit, paired with the EcoBlue engine.
• Transmission Software Updates – Tests were conducted in the South of France that showed that Allison’s FuelSense 2.0 software hit 12% of fuel savings on its collection vehicles. The key to the software’s effectiveness is the way it continuously assesses driving conditions to adjust the gear changes at the right time. The software considers different factors when switching gears, such as vehicle weight, road gradient and frequency of stops. Upgrading vehicles to FuelSense 2.0 registered between 2014-2018 in the UK could reduce carbon emissions by 27,000 tons every year!
• Volkswagen’s Single-Speed Transmission – VW’s ID.3 transmission has been designed to cope with all driving situations. When in reverse, the car’s electric drive system direction is also reversed. The gearbox has a 2-stage design with two smaller cogs instead of one big cog. The electric drive motor in VW’s ID.3 gives maximum torque of 310Nm. Noise is also a major factor that was considered in the creation of this transmission. To ensure noise-reduction, the workings of the 1-speed gearbox are very carefully made and checked!
• Hyundai and Kia Introduce Connected Transmission Shift Technology – Both of these top car companies have developed information and communication technology that works well with a transmission shift system in a vehicle. This enables the car to shift automatically to the optimal gear depending on the weather, road, and traffic conditions ahead! This new transmission smart system should deliver improved fuel efficiency and a comfortable driving experience!
- Published in Transmission
Cars That Still Have a Manual Transmission
Manual Transmissions
Our world and the auto industry evolve more and more every day. Technology continues to improve, making our lives easier. In today’s auto industry, you may think that manual transmissions have become less popular. While that is true, there are many makes and models that are still being made with manual transmissions today. Many people believe an automatic transmission is easier and more convenient when driving. On the other hand, a lot of people also believe that the exhilaration and adrenaline of a manual transmission is unmatched. The ability to control the speed of your car while hearing the roaring sound of the engine is still attractive. Here is a list of cars that still use a manual transmission!
The Honda Civic Type R
It surprises a lot of people when they learn that Honda Civics are still made in stick shift models. This car is known for being reliable and safe, but this Type R (R for racing) is equipped with a manual transmission for full control!
The Dodge Challenger
The Dodge Challenger has become the perfect example of a muscle car over the past several years. The reason this car is one of the most popular muscle cars is for its strong, reliable build that gives the driver complete control with a manual transmission.
The BMW 2 Series, M2
German car companies have always been in their own category. BMW has developed a great reputation for producing the world’s most iconic luxury cars. The BMW 2 Series M2 is one of the many reasons why. This car still comes with a manual transmission that gives anyone who drives it the feeling of power and luxury that is unrivaled.
The Subaru WRX
This reliable Japanese car uses a stick shift that allows the driver to control the engine in an unparalleled way. The WRX is one of the few an affordable cars now-a-days that offers manual transmissions.
The Chevrolet Corvette
Chevrolet has made MANY reliable cars over the past 100 years. Including the most famous, the Camaro. But the Corvette is Chevrolet’s most known model and is a beacon of innovation and technology in the industry from its inception to today! Chevrolet has moved many models away from manual transmission, except for the Corvette. This car still comes with a stick shift that allows the driver to feel the power that has made the Corvette so famous.
While there are only a few cars on the road today that still use manual transmissions, it will never fully go out of style. Anyone who loves cars appreciates the thrill and control of a manual transmission!
- Published in Transmission
