The Direct-Shift Gearbox (DSG) was invented and first used by Volkswagen in 2003. The first model to contain it as a mass-production element was the Golf R32. Now there are tens of millions of VW cars that house this transmission unit and it has helped to seal VW Group’s (VAG) reputation as a true master […]
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For many years, drivers seemed to have to make a trade-off between performance and convenience when it came to their car’s transmission. Either they went for performance by opting for a manual transmission, or they went for convenience by choosing an automatic. The manual transmission car offers a more dynamic experience, with the driver in […]
DSG, Direct-Shift Gearboxes or Dual-Clutch Gearboxes have their roots in racing and, surprisingly, also farming (they were used in tractors). By using two clutches, the gear shifts in modern DSG automatic gearboxes are quick and precise, really precise. By executing shifts with the help of two clutches, you don’t lose any traction between gear changes. […]
If your car isn’t working as it should and you think the problem lies with your DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox), then figuring out how much it’s going to cost you to fix the problem can be a challenge. Not knowing the price is problematic and can cause you to put off getting it sorted. It’s […]
Many vehicles these days come with DSG gearboxes. Also known as twin-clutch or DCT gearboxes, they offer many advantages over other gearboxes. They are more complex than standard automatic gearboxes as they come with two clutches. The second additional clutch works in the background to figure out what gear you will want to use next […]