In the world of high-performance cars, you'll hear the term "dual-clutch transmission" get thrown around quite a bit. It's a staple of modern performance and all sorts of high-end cars ranging from ...

Your clutch synchronizes the transmission speed with the engine speed. Sudden clutch dumping can lead to high engine RPM and torque, causing jerks or engine stalls. Gradually releasing the clutch ...

If you've done any research on current cars, you've probably seen references to dual-clutch transmissions (DCTs). And you might well have asked yourself, "What is a DCT? What is a dual-clutch ...

The twin-clutch transmission has been around in mainstream cars for a really long time, over a decade. It's had its ups and its downs, but automakers are continuing to develop the technology further.

New environmental and fuel efficiency legislation coupled with advances in electronics and manufacturing techniques have triggered new automated transmission technologies, writes Matthew Beecham. The ...

The Hyundai Santa Fe is an affordable three-row SUV with a boldly designed body that is reminiscent of a Land Rover, but with a base price of $34,300 MSRP plus $1,495 freight. While the Santa Fe's ...

For 2025, Toyota is finally giving GR Corolla customers the option of an automatic transmission. However, it isn’t the kind of automatic some enthusiasts might’ve expected. Instead of a dual-clutch ...

Understanding the differences between AMT, CVT and DCT can help you choose the appropriate transmission for your needs. Choosing the right car transmission can be confusing. With so many options ...

A dual-clutch transmission is an automated manual transmission with two sets of gears, each operated by a separate clutch. One clutch handles the odd-numbered gears, the other clutch the even-numbered ...