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BMW introduces its NEW 6 SERIES COUPÉ
The New BMW 6 series coupé is on sale on 15th October. The BMW’s latest Gran Tourer blends elegant design in a luxurious and dynamic package. Now in its third generation, the new BMW 6 Series Coupé takes the luxury 2+2 concept a step further by matching enhanced comfort and elegant design with sporting performance on a even higher level. The BMW 6 Series Coupé features a sweeping coupé roofline while the long bonnet, short over-hangs, set-back... [more]
Mazda2 now on sale in the UK
The nine-strong line-up of three-door and five-door Mazda2 hatchbacks offers customers a choice of three petrol and one diesel powertrains and four equipment levels. Responding to public demand, two new models are added to the range – an automatic model (with a 1.5-litre engine and four-speed transmission) and the ‘Tamura‘ offering sporty looks at a high-value price. The upgraded Mazda2 model range is now on sale in the UK. Prices for the reg... [more]
BMW upgrades BMW X5's engine and design
BMW’s BMW X5 will receive an array of design and engine changes offering even greater performance and lower emissions, whilst also updating its look. Three new engines will be launched for the xDrive30d, xDrive40d – replacing the xDrive35d – and the xDrive50i – replacing the xDrive48i. All of the new powerplants now meet EU5 standards. The entry level xDrive30d has been upgraded to provide increased performance, making this the first con... [more]
Chevrolet's Cruze 2.0 VCDi LT now available with automatic gearbox
Buyers of Chevrolet’s Cruze 2.0 VCDi LT can now take advantage of an automatic gearbox. The six-speed transmission can operate in full auto mode, saving drivers the legwork in heavy traffic, yet at the same time offers a manual shift function, offering all of the performance and flexibility of a manual gearbox when needed. Powered by a 150PS 2.0-litre common rail diesel engine, the new model accelerates from 0-62mph in an impressive 9.9 second... [more]
New greener engines for the Citroën C5 range
Citroën has introduced two new greener power-plants in the C5 range. A number of other model range changes are also implemented with immediate effect. The key improvements are: * A new BMW co-developed 1.6i 16V THP 155hp petrol engine has replaced the out-going 2.0i 16V 143hp unit. This Euro V engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and is available in the VTR+ NAV Saloon. * A new 2.0HDi 16V 160hp diesel has replaced the 2.0HDi... [more]
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Automatic transmission in the news
SAE International offers New Edition of "Go-To" Handbook for Automatic Transmission Design
WARRENDALE, PA -- May 22, 2012 : SAE International is publishing a new, 4th edition of its popular handbook, "Design Practices: Passenger Car Automatic Transmissions."
2010 Jeep Wrangler Recalled for Fire Risk
Chrysler is recalling 67,872 2010 Jeep Wranglers equipped with an automatic transmission because of a fire risk. | May 21, 2012 | Chrysler LLC WASHINGTON — Chrysler is recalling 67,872 2010 Jeep Wranglers equipped with an automatic transmission because of a fire risk, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
New engine for MINI JCW
The MINI John Cooper Works will be available with a new engine and automatic transmission from July.
Chrysler recalls some 2010 Jeep Wranglers over fire risk
Chrysler is recalling automatic-transmission-equipped 2010
Mini Adds More Zip to High-Performance Lineup
For the 2013 model year, Mini's entire high-performance John Cooper Works lineup gets a revised engine and a new optional automatic transmission. The automaker also announced that its Countryman crossover is getting a high-performance John Cooper Works model starting in...
1992 Cadillac Seville sts from Sweden - Comments
For any automatic transmission to crap out at around 100k miles (which is the norm), that is just plain pathetic for what I've experienced. I'm 24 and have owned 5 vehicles of various makes, all with well over 100k miles, and none of them needed the transmissions replaced or rebuilt.
Recall Alert: 2010 Jeep Wrangler
Chrysler is recalling 67,872 model-year 2010 Jeep Wrangler SUVs equipped with an automatic transmission, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Chrysler Recalls Jeep Wranglers On Fire Hazard Risk
Chrysler Group LLC is recalling 67,872 model year 2010 Jeep Wrangler cars equipped with automatic transmissions because of fire hazards associated with the transmission skid plate, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported Monday.
Auto review: 2013 Subaru BRZ is an honest-to-goodness sports car
Don't let the low horsepower fool you. The Subaru BRZ offers good, clean thrills from a car not unlike a bigger, more refined go-cart. You look fat in that. Of course I'll be late. Your baby reminds me of Gollum's uncle.
Global Functional Fluids Industry
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