Why Experienced Drivers Still Warn Against Buying a Used Car With a CVT
CVTs offer smooth acceleration and good fuel economy, but expensive repairs and durability concerns make used models risky.
Tow Truck Driver Reveals a Hidden Car Feature That Could Save Your Life in an Emergency
A professional tow truck driver revealed a little-known feature that can help drivers move a disabled vehicle to safety.
One Driving Habit Slowly Wears Out an Automatic Transmission: What Drivers Should Avoid
Seven-speed DSG gearboxes with dry clutches are among the most vulnerable and expensive to repair.
GM Faces Federal Lawsuit Over CVT Problems in Malibu, Trailblazer, Equinox and Terrain
GM faces a federal lawsuit alleging CVT defects affect several Chevrolet and GMC models.
That O/D OFF Button in Your Car Has a Purpose—Here’s When You Actually Need to Press It
That mysterious O/D OFF button isn't a warning of transmission trouble—it can actually make driving easier in specific situations.
Shift Lock Explained: Why Your Automatic Shifter Won’t Move—and Why That’s Actually Good
If your automatic shifter suddenly refuses to move, there’s a good chance your car is protecting you from an accidental gear change.
How Oldsmobile Invented a Manual Gearbox for an Automatic
Long before paddle shifters and electronic driving modes, Oldsmobile found a clever mechanical way to let drivers shift an automatic transmission themselves.
What Does the “D/S” Mode Actually Mean in a Car? Few Drivers Know the Answer
In most vehicles, these two driving modes are shown separately, making the combined “D/S” marking easy to overlook.
Drivers Often Ignore This Gear, But They Shouldn't: What B Mode Actually Does
Automakers generally recommend using B mode on long downhill stretches and mountainous roads, while on flat roads it can make driving less efficient and less smooth.
7 Manual Transmission Mistakes That Can Lead to Costly Repairs
A manual transmission can last for hundreds of thousands of miles—but only if drivers avoid the habits that accelerate wear and shorten its lifespan.
Why Your Automatic Transmission Has a Manual Mode—and When You Should Actually Use It
Manual mode isn’t just a sporty feature. It can improve traction, enhance vehicle control, and help drivers tackle challenging road conditions.
3 Surprisingly Durable CVTs That Can Rival a Manual Transmission for Longevity
These three CVTs have earned reputations for durability when maintained properly over time.
2014 Ford F-150 Recalled Over Potential Unexpected First-Gear Downshift Condition
The recall population comprises incorrectly updated 2014 models that may experience sudden first-gear downshifts due to iffy powertrain control module software