Most people know that a failing transmission can signal major trouble for the overall operation of their vehicle, and that a costly repair bill could be in the not-so-distant future. In addition to the price tag, however, driving with a transmission that is not up to par can actually be quite dangerous. The good news […]

If you drive a car with an automatic transmission, you probably don’t often think about how crucial it is to your daily commute. A properly functioning transmission is key in getting you from point A to point B. A car with a failing transmission will give you a jerky ride, or might not even move […]

If you are tuned into car blogs or have a history of taking your car to a mechanic, you might have heard the phrase “CVT transmission” floating around. Or maybe your car actually has a CVT transmission, and you’ve always wondered what that really meant. It’s easy to just hop in your car and go, […]

Every car has a transmission system, and no car can operate without one. This vital piece of equipment is often considered the most complex aspect of a vehicle, and with good reason. There are many different transmission varieties, lots of working pieces and the components can even go by different names. Car enthusiasts argue about […]

Regardless of whether you drive a manual or an automatic transmission vehicle, it’s important that you know when to take your vehicle to the mechanic shop for routine maintenance or repairs—especially if there is a suspected problem with your transmission. As many newer car transmissions have upgraded technology or are hooked up to computerized systems, […]