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dual-clutch transmissions – the transmission of the future?

Dual-Clutch Transmissions – The transmission of the future?

Most people know that automobiles come with two basic transmission types; first there are manual transmissions which require that the driver change gears by depressing a clutch pedal and using a stick shift and then there are automatics which do all of the shifting work using a torque convertor and sets of planetary gears. But there's also something in between that offers the best of both worlds -- the dual-clutch transmission (DCT). This artic

new ap coilovers for the honda civic type r fn2 available now

New Ap Coilovers for the Honda Civic Type R FN2 Available Now

Variable lowering with a TÜV-tested adjustment range. Improved handling. Sufficient remaining comfort. Want an even better handling for your Honda Civic Type R (FN2)? Well, this is now possible for the new ap coilover can be purchased at a price of 549.78 EUR (the price includes VAT, plus dispatch). The ap-program in coilover range is always trying to expand, develop and offer more. The products represent a mixture of excellent qual

honda shows 2015 f1 power unit [video]

Honda Shows 2015 F1 Power Unit [VIDEO]

Honda has just released first details and looks of the forthcoming power unit, which is now under development for the 2015 FIA1 Formula One (F1) World Championship. In fact, the company has released a film during the 2014 FIA Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix, previewing the F1 power unit under development. The video features the sound of the engine revving and you can view it below. In it you will see a lot of graphics, which give a hint towards Honda’s past, and then point forward to the futu

2015 honda civic si coupe and sedan go on sale

2015 Honda Civic Si Coupe and Sedan Go on Sale

2015 Civic Si Sedan and Coupe offer the deeply desired combination of sporty style and performance with high-tech features, quality and value. The models are currently on sale at the dealerships across the United States. Both the coupe and the sedan have been substantially upgraded for the new model year. This means that they now deliver even more powers, retuned suspension, and also feature interior refinements and new driver assistive features. Both variants of the Civic Si are powered by the 2.4-liter four-cy

2015 honda cr-z goes on sale

2015 Honda CR-Z Goes on Sale

2015 Honda CR-Z has just gone on sale. It will offer its future customers sleeker and sporty proportions and styling along with spirited performance and high efficiency. The latter is due to the powertrain which drives the CR-Z. Under its hood finds itself the 1.5-liter i-VTEC engine with Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) electric motor. The powerplant is coupled with a either a short-throw six-speed manual transmission or sport-tuned continuously variable transmission (CVT) with paddle shifters

2015 honda cr-v makes european debut tomorrow

2015 Honda CR-V Makes European Debut Tomorrow

Swindon-built 2015 Honda CR-V has new looks to show and it will do that at the Paris Motor Show, which starts tomorrow. The iconic for the brand SUV gets more powerful 1.6 litre i-DTEC diesel engine from the Earth Dreams Technology series, which generates 160 horsepower (118 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft). The unit will be mated with a nine-speed automatic transmission, thus delivering reduced emissions and improved fuel economy. The refreshed model has brand new features such as the headlamps, front grille, fog lig

2015 honda civic type r concept previews the next-gen hatch

2015 Honda Civic Type R Concept Previews the Next-Gen Hatch

2015 Honda Civic Type R is debuting at the Paris Motor Show and we can’t hide that we are eagerly anticipating it. Just a couple of days ahead of the official premiere, Honda has released additional further details of the iconic Type R. The Japanese company is promising that this version of the model will be the most extreme and high-performing Type R in the 22 year history of the red ‘H’ badge. Straight to the details, the Civic Type R

2015 honda civic sport unveiled ahead of paris debut

2015 Honda Civic Sport Unveiled Ahead of Paris Debut

Just ahead of the 2014 Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris, Honda has released the first details and images of the revised 2015 Honda Civic Sport. In general there are enhancements made across the entire Swindon built 2015 Civic model range, which will be revealed on 2nd of October when the show starts. First, both the

honda previews 2015 cr-v

Honda Previews 2015 CR-V

2015 Honda CR-V is to receive new, more aggressive and bolder appearance through its significant enhancements. The SUV will go on sale on 1st of October, while the complete information about it will be available on 30th of September. The photo you see above is the official image which Honda has just released prior the full reveal. Judging by it we see some new LEDs as well as sleeker, redesigned fog lamps with chrome surrounds on the front bumper. Other changes on the model feature mirrors wi

honda civic returns for my2015

Honda Civic Returns for MY2015

Honda Civic comes back for the 2015 model year even more stylish and equipped than before. Joining the Civic family for 2015 is a new Special Edition (SE) sedan, which is positioned between the already known LX and EX. This car will deliver to its occupant exclusive telematics, audio, comfort, convenience and style upgrades. In the 2014 model year, the Civic lineup has received more than enough upgrades. For instance it features redesigned exterior (for the Coupe), new wheel designs, interior re

honda's jazz prototype to be unveiled at paris motor show

Honda's Jazz Prototype To Be Unveiled At Paris Motor Show

By releasing some teaser images of the all new - Jazz prototype, Honda is going to exhibit its newest model next month at the 2014 Paris Motor Show. Little is known about the interior, at this point, except that it is sophisticated and stylish. The outer dimensions are improved, with new dimension, now being 15

honda hr-v is small suv debuting at paris motor show

Honda HR-V is Small SUV Debuting at Paris Motor Show

Honda has revealed the first official images and details around the HR-V Prototype. This is company’s new small SUV intended only for European customers. In fact, the vehicle has been introduced in Japan last year at the Tokyo Motor Show., but under a different name – Vezel. The HR-V will have a world premiere at t