Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. There was a time when you couldn’t fake your way into a truck driver’s seat. The twin-stick transmissions in those old trucks were ...

One common mistake drivers make is keeping their foot on the accelerator while shifting gears, especially when switching ...

An all-yellow team of a C15 (above) or C13 (top) diesel and CX31 transmission is typical of how Caterpillar will initially sell its new automatics starting early next year. Later, they'll be offered ...

Some drivers notice something odd after servicing an automatic transmission. The car may shift more abruptly, hesitate, or feel less smooth right after the fluid change, even if the transmission ...

Engineers are just wizards with college degrees. No, I take that back, they're powers are stronger than mere magic. I don't care what spells Harry Potter knows; nothing in his wizarding world is as ...

There was a time when automatic transmissions had all kinds of unique names-Cruise-O-Matic, Hydra-Matic, Ultramatic, and the list goes on. But while the names were different, the basic operation was ...

The convenience of automatic transmissions sometimes leads many drivers to inadvertently develop bad driving habits; even a seemingly small action can reduce the lifespan of the transmission and pose ...

The advent of automatic transmission was a significant milestone in the automobile industry, turning driving into a more accessible and enjoyable experience for many. Let’s delve into the origins of ...

There are seven core fluids — eight, including differential, which isn't always on the list — that keep most gasoline engine cars running smoothly: fuel, coolant, power steering fluid, windshield ...