Over the last forty years, the automatic gearbox has undergone a dramatic transformation. The changes, driven by the quest for higher fuel economy, have led to an almost unrecognisable gearbox. / Number of Gears To keep the transmission running in the most efficient part of its cycle required more than the three gears available at […]
Year: 2020
It doesn’t matter how good your engine is. Without a high-quality transmission, you’ll never see its full potential. This is why the gearbox of a car is one of the most underrated components. When an automatic transmission is working at peak efficiency, you don’t even notice it working. It’s only when it’s poorly designed that […]
Leaving your MOT to last-minute can be unduly stressful. If you accidentally let it run out, you can be in a tough spot until you get it done. Driving without an MOT can net you a £1,000 fine, points on your license and a driving ban. It will also invalidate your insurance. If you’re not […]
One every nine minutes. That’s how often a car was stolen in the UK in 2019. You might be wondering which types of vehicles are most likely to be stolen and if yours on the list. The top five most stolen cars are a fairly predictable list, with the most popular vehicles filling its ranks. […]
What Is A Semi-Automatic Gearbox? A semi-automatic gearbox contains features of both an automatic and a manual transmission. With a semi-automatic gearbox, you can drive in either fully automatic mode or manual mode. Offering the driver much more choice in how they choose to drive, but is this the right option for you? n automatic […]
There are so many features on modern cars that it can be easy to miss ones that can be a big help. Winter mode is one that you might not know about, though it can offer benefits in less than optimal road conditions. Here’s everything you need to know about winter mode. What Does Winter […]
Car design begins as much as ten years before production. So even though the world has gone a bit off the rails recently, a lot of the hard work behind the new models for 2021 has already happened. This is great news for any car buff who needs something to look forward to. So, what […]
Driverless cars and automated driving continue to make the headlines, even if it seems like the technology seems too futuristic to comprehend. However, when it comes to automated driving, there are already changes to motoring laws in the works. These will begin to pave the way for driverless cars in the future. The first of […]
When your car is in low gear, it deals more effectively with steep slopes and slippery roads. With an automatic vehicle, you may be used to letting your car decide the gear. However, there are times when it is useful to be able to get a low gear option when you need it. In some […]
Spotting a puddle of unknown liquid underneath your car can be a heart-stopping moment. It’s essential to try and figure out what the fluid is before you drive off. Depending on what the fluid was, your car may not work correctly. If you have a transmission fluid leak, then driving could be dangerous and damage […]