When automatic transmissions are doing their job right, you might not even notice they're there. However, there are some ...

Automatic transmissions are highly complex automotive components. They're significantly more complicated and challenging to work on than manual transmissions, which means expensive repairs and ...

A torque converter is an essential part of any automatic transmission. What is a torque converter, though, and what role does ...

The Aisin AW4 is a four-speed automatic transmission used in some Jeeps and as the A340 in various Toyotas. It is electronically controlled in the forward gears and has been used in numerous ...

The '63 and later aluminum Powerglide transmission is quickly becoming the most popular automatic for bracket racing, class drag racing (where legal), street machines, street rods and mileage ...

Because we use them every day, the operation of a car seems simple, but a car is a very complex machine. One of the most complex systems in the typical vehicle is the automatic transmission. This ...

One of the greatest innovations of the '80s was the incorporation of overdrive into manual and automatic transmissions. Overdrive has been a terrific means to reduced wear, tear, and fuel consumption ...

It’s no secret that trucks are built to work hard, and it’s no surprise that parts eventually wear out. Case in point: our 4R70W automatic transmission. With 200,000 miles on the clock, the ...

Since modern automatic transmissions are generally seamless, any noticeable issues — such as slipping, delayed engagement, harsh shifting or a burning smell — are important warnings that should prompt ...

Some 2024 Toyota Tacomas with the eight-speed automatic transmission could be in line for a new transmission assembly and torque converter, according to a technical service bulletin posted to the ...