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Ford introducing more six-speed transmissions

While many high-end autos are boasting seven or even eight gears in their transmissions, mainstream vehicles often are saddled with units including only half that many. The lack of mechanical gear ratios is rather detrimental to fuel economy, so we're happy to see that Ford is launching more six-speed units for both front- and rear-wheel-drive applications. The new 2009 F-150 will feature a six-speed, and considering the huge sales numbers of that vehicle, the 4 to 6 percent improvement in fuel efficiency on average should translate into a good ... Read more →

Peugeot releases new transmissions for the 308 which increase efficiency Xavier Navarro

The 308, one of the toughest competitors in the European compact hatchback market, is getting some improvements that increase efficiency and reduce fuel consumption. First of all, the Peugeot 308 ...

Ford introducing more six-speed transmissions 1 year ago on Autoblog Green

Peugeot releases new transmissions for the 308 which increase efficiency 1 year ago on Autoblog Green

The 308, one of the toughest competitors in the European compact hatchback market, is getting some improvements that increase efficiency and reduce fuel consumption. First of all, the Peugeot 308 will be fitted to a new 6-speed manual transmission which allows lower rpm at cruising speed and ...

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