The reliability of manual vs. automatic transmissions is an age-old car debate, but the answer is more layered than most ...

From torque converters to dual-clutch and CVTs, modern automatics take very different paths to the same job.

There are all kinds of gear shifters out there, but the classic PRNDL shifter is still common. But what does the final letter ...

Automatic transmissions are now used in most street machines, street rods, off-road vehicles, and drag race cars. With the addition of recalibration kits and new forward and reversed valve bodies, ...

Practically every transmission specialty manufacturer offers some type of valve body shift improver kit. The most basic kit simply reduces shift overlap and provides a firmer shift. More exotic kits, ...

Automakers like Porsche continue to offer stick shift vehicles for enthusiasts. As we recently reported, stick shift vehicles are making a comeback — sales are up a few percentage points and climbing.

If you don’t know, manual-swapping a third-generation Ford Focus is generally a good move. The automatic transmission installed in the car from the factory—actually a dual-clutch—is best at ensuring ...