Transmission Models & Technologies

CVT, DCT, Tiptronic, Powershift and Other Transmission Technologies

Technical information on automatic transmission models, gearbox families, design features, control systems, hydraulic layouts, electronic technologies, and transmission-specific engineering solutions. This section helps rebuilders, transmission specialists, repair shops, and parts professionals understand how different transmission units are designed, identified, serviced, and supported with the right components.

This article contains the information about the most popular automatic transmissions. We will review the most common problems encountered in automatic transmissions, present the most reliable gearboxes and warn about troublesome transmission solutions. Moreover, descriptions of transmissions are supplemented by images and different videos containing some general information on transmissions and their components, typical problems and repair tips.