What the “L” means on an automatic car gear shift and when to use it

Understanding how to use the low gear setting is not just a matter of mechanics. It is also a matter of driving safety and ...
SlashGear

3 Reasons Why Your Car Won't Go Into Gear When The Engine Is Running

The automatic transmission has evolved from the standard step-type automatic to dual clutches (DCT) and CVTs (continuously variable transmissions). Still, they all share a complex maze of electrical, ...
Jalopnik

Who Built The First Automatic Transmission, And What Was The First Car To Use It?

Today, let's look at who's to blame for all the cars that insist on shifting for themselves. Arguably, the earliest blame-havers could be Louis-Rene Panhard and Emile Levassor, who were about to show ...
Boston.com

Could a car’s automatic engine shut off feature wear out the starter?

How To Could a car’s automatic engine shut off feature wear out the starter? John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, answers a question from a reader with concerns about a new car’s automatic engine ...
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5 Mistakes You Need To Stop Making If Your Car Has An Automatic Transmission

If you get into a brand-new car, chances are it's going to have an automatic, especially since more manual transmission cars are being discontinued. These days, less than 1% of new cars sold come with ...