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...mission is a [[manual transmission]] system that appears like an automatic transmission to the user. The system automatically changes gear and handles the clutch [[Category:Automotive transmission technologies]]

{{transmission types}} * [[Continuously variable transmission]]

...nsmission, including the other components only if they are integral to the transmission. ...ng the engine and transmission. It is the portion of a vehicle, after the transmission, that changes depending on whether a vehicle is [[front wheel drive]], [[fo

...utomotive]] field, is a component that combines the functionality of the [[transmission (mechanics)|'''trans'''mission]], the [[differential (mechanics)|differenti [[FR layout|Front engine, rear wheel drive]] vehicles tend to have the transmission up front just after the engine, but sometimes a front engine drives a rear-

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{{transmission types}} ...h gearbox''' or '''dual clutch transmission''' (DCT) is a [[semi-automatic transmission]] with separate [[clutch]]es for odd and even gears. The outer clutch drive

{{transmission types}} ...h gearbox''' or '''Dual Clutch Transmission''' (DCT) is a [[semi-automatic transmission]] with separate [[clutch]]es for odd and even gears. The outer clutch drive

...t; examples include the [[Volkswagen Beetle]] and the [[Locost]] where the transmission tunnel forms a backbone. [[Category:Automotive technologies]]

...or more areas where gearing is used: one in the [[transmission (mechanics)|transmission]], which contains a number of different sets of gearing that can be changed ...with a six-speed manual transmission has the following gear ratios in the transmission:

{{Transmission types}} ...a drive belt and two [[pulley]]s. It was the first [[continuously variable transmission]] (CVT) (as opposed to shifting between separate gears). In theory, this al

...its powertrain contained in a subframe, forces generated by the engine and transmission can be damped enough that they will not disturb passengers. As a natural de [[Category:automotive technologies]]

{{transmission types}} '''Semi-automatic transmission''', or '''clutchless manual transmission''', is a system which uses electronic sensors, processors and actuators to

{{transmission types}} ...on is chosen instead of an [[automatic transmission]]. The non-synchronous transmission type requires an understanding of gear range, [[torque]], engine power, ran

...ile]], with [[manual transmission]] or several common forms of [[automatic transmission]]. [[Image:Shift stick.jpg|thumb|5 speed gear stick of a manual transmission car.]]

...nsmission, including the other components only if they are integral to the transmission. ...ng the engine and transmission. It is the portion of a vehicle, after the transmission, that changes depending on whether a vehicle is [[front wheel drive]], [[fo

{{transmission types}} ...transmission''' (or '''sequential manual gearbox''') is a type of [[manual transmission]] used on [[motorcycle]]s and high-performance cars or [[auto racing]], whe

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...car. It is always active when the foot is lifted off the accelerator, the transmission is not in neutral, the clutch is engaged and a [[freewheel]] is not engaged [[Category:Automotive braking technologies]]

...entral [[driveshaft]]. This type of band brake is also used in [[automatic transmission]]s and [[aerobic exercise]] cycling equipment. [[Category:Automotive braking technologies]]

...[front wheel drive]] cars typically combine the [[Transmission (mechanics)|transmission]] and front axle into a single unit called a [[transaxle]]. The drive axle [[Category:Automotive suspension technologies]]

The '''Watt's linkage''' is also an automotive rear suspension designed in the early [[twentieth century]] as an improveme ...ng]]s support a [[De Dion tube]] located by Watt's linkage while the motor/transmission is attached to the chassis.]]

{{transmission types}} ...small number of gear ratios, such as the 4 to 6 forward ratios in typical automotive transmissions.

...or '''RWD''' for short) was a common [[engine]]/[[transmission (mechanics)|transmission]] layout used in [[automobile]]s throughout the [[20th century]]. RWD typic ...ferential]] between the rear axles. Some [[FR layout]] vehicles place the transmission at the rear, though most attach it to the engine at the front.

A '''locking differential''' or '''locker''' is a variation on the standard automotive [[differential (mechanics)|differential]]. A locking differential provides ...vailable to either wheel individually. An open differential will cease the transmission of [[torque]] to one wheel if the opposite wheel has little or no traction.

...emergency brake, for assistance in starting on steep inclines (in [[manual transmission]] cars), or for initiating [[handbrake turn]]s, as the release button can b ...tion on the automatic transmission and not the parking brake. Also, manual transmission cars are recommended to be left in in their lowest gear (usually either fir

...or '''RWD''' for short) was a common [[engine]]/[[transmission (mechanics)|transmission]] layout used in [[automobile]]s throughout the [[20th century]]. RWD typic ...ferential]] between the rear axles. Some [[FR layout]] vehicles place the transmission at the rear, though most attach it to the engine at the front.

{{transmission types}} ...vehicle moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears [[manual transmission|manually]]. (Similar but larger devices are also used for [[railroad]] [[Lo

...drive''' is the most common form of [[engine]]/[[transmission (mechanics)|transmission]] layout used in modern [[passenger car]]s, where the engine drives the fro ...ured a [[mid-engine]] front wheel drive design — the engine was behind the transmission and ran "backwards." This layout allows sharp turning circles, but can also

{{transmission types}} ...r truck moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears [[manual transmission|manually]]. (Similar but larger devices are also used for [[railroad]] [[Lo

[[Image:Transmission diagram.JPG|thumb|The differential on the rear [[axle]] of a car]] ...ion]] at that wheel. Unless the load is exceptionally high, the engine and transmission can usually ''supply'' as much torque as necessary, so the limiting factor

'''[[Drive-by-wire]]''' technology in automotive industry replaces the traditional mechanical and hydraulic [[control system ...e-by-wire technology is still under development by some automotomobile and automotive parts manufacturers industry worldwide and has not been widely commercializ

'''Hydropneumatic''' is a type of [[automotive]] [[suspension (vehicle)|suspension system]] invented by [[Citroën]] and f ...raulique Minéral ]]'' and is a [[mineral oil]], quite close to [[automatic transmission]] fluid. [[Mineral oil]] is not [[hygroscopic]] (ie will not absorb [[water

Currently, fuel cells are costly to produce and fragile. However, technologies currently under development may eventually result in robust and cost-effici Current technologies use between 165% to 212% of the [[higher heating value]] to produce the hyd

{{transmission types}} ...ral; for guidance on how to drive with a manual transmission, see [[Manual transmission driving technique]].''

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...ive carbon-fiber technologies are being used here for the first time in an automotive application. As a 100 percent subsidiary of AUDI AG, the Italian carmaker a ...in the world to have mastered the complete CFRP process across a range of technologies, from 3D design through simulation, validation, production and testing - al

| Transmission || 4 and 5-speed manual<br />3-speed automatic ...ori", is a small/medium [[family car]] produced by the [[Italy|Italian]] [[Automotive industry|car manufacturer]] [[Fiat]] from 1974 to 1984. It was exhibited a

...marked the introduction of gasoline-fuelled internal combustion engines. [[Automotive]] history is generally divided into a number of [[era]]s based on the major ...n patent for a low-voltage ignition of the magneto type; this was his only automotive patent. This design was used for all further engines, and the four-seat "se

| Transmission || 6-speed manual ...ean market, as well as for the design of the Callaway]] C7. Outside of the automotive industry, Covini also worked on the Dragonfly Project, which was an attempt

[[BMW]], working with [[Robert Bosch GmbH]] and [[Continental Automotive Systems]], developed a system to reduce engine torque to prevent loss of co ...40|W140 S-Class]] model. That same year [[BMW]], supplied by Bosch and ITT Automotive (later Continental) and [[Volvo]] began offering ESC on some of their model

...ges were sold to the public. Altough this is more an example of electrical transmission than a hybrid vehice. ...ted automakers’ moves to produce hybrid electric vehicles as evidence that technologies developed under PNGV were being rapidly adopted on production lines, as cal

...endent suspension|independent front suspension]] and the first [[automatic transmission]] with 4WD, but also because it was equipped and finished as a regular pass ...nal models were added in 1981, the sub-compact SX/4 and Kammback. A manual transmission and a front axle-disconnect feature were also made available for greater fu

| Transmission || 7-speed sequential cross. AMT robotic system with driving programs ...lity of such transmissions to change gears faster. As a result, the entire transmission of the Pagani Huayra weighs 96 kg.

...the cab. Coupling would be infeasible if a liquid were used as the mode of transmission of force, as it is in [[hydraulic brakes]]. In addition, the use of an air [[Category:Automotive braking technologies]]

...ystem is responsible for a revolution in diesel engine technology. Delphi Automotive Systems of the US also make common-rail systems. Different car makers refer ...y in cities. Modern diesel engines catch the soot in a [[particle filter (automotive)|particle filter]], which when saturated is automatically regenerated by bu

...t was then greatly expanded by [[Henry Ford]] in the 1910s. Development of automotive technology was rapid, due in part to the hundreds of small manufacturers co [[Electric car]]s operate a complex drivetrain and transmission would not be needed. However, despite this the electric car is held back by

Depending on the driver, [[steering]] force and transmission of road forces back to the steering wheel and the [[steering ratio]] of tur == [[Aftermarket (automotive)|Aftermarket]] modifications and adjustments to affect handling ==

===Engine technologies=== * First [[Automotive aerodynamics|aerodynamic]] design - 1921 [[Rumpler]] Tropfenwagen

...us of the drivetrain. This shouldn't be confused with the term [[automatic transmission]]. ...ions such as an [[independent front suspension]] and the first [[automatic transmission]] with 4WD, but also because it was equipped and finished as a regular pass

The '''Fiat Panda''' is a [[city car]] from the [[Italy|Italian]] automotive manufacturer [[Fiat]]. The first Fiat Panda was made from 1980 to 2003 with ...usly variable transmission]] with an electromagnetic clutch. This advanced transmission was available either with the normal 999 cc FIRE engine (revised with singl

...f the Coopers, Walker switched to a home design. Unfortunately the special transmission turned out to be more unreliable that the standard part and Brabham took th ...th the [[Matra MS84]] at the Canadian Grand Prix, although the front wheel transmission was actually disconnected. Wide tyres and [[downforce]] had proved to be be