Two of the main transmission types for vehicles nowadays are automatic and manual transmission. For automatic transmission, generally, all you have to do is put the transmission on drive and then you simple press the accelerator to move and the brakes to stop. In manual transmission, things are a bit more complicated. You’ll have to press the clutch and position the gear yourself. Do you want to put it on first gear, second gear, third gear, and so on and so forth. Learning how to drive manual transmission is much more complicated. You have to memorize the position of the gears. Should you position the stick to the upper left or the upper right? Should it be in the middle or should it be down below. The timing of the clutch is also a complicated matter. You have to make sure that your car will not stall when you change from one gear to another. If you are planning to purchase a vehicle that has manual transmission then you have to make sure that you know how to operate it. If you do not know how to operate a manual transmission vehicle then you will end up burning the clutch and maybe even breaking your entire gearbox. Transmission is a very expensive component of the vehicle and this is one of the last things that you would want to break down, aside from the engine.
In general, manual transmission is cheaper and more gas consumption efficient than automatic transmission vehicles. If you would like to save on gas then manual transmission would be a better choice in most cases. On the other hand, if you do not like the responsibility of constantly shifting from one gear to another then automatic transmission would be a great option for you. In times of heavy traffic, shifting from neutral to first gear can be very tiring for manual transmission vehicles. If you do not want to go through all this hassle then you should simply get a vehicle with automatic transmission.
There are also some other transmission systems out there aside from the automatic and manual transmission. These hybrid transmission systems are in between automatic and manual transmission. Some transmission systems out there allow you to shift gears as you please without the clutch. There are also some transmission systems out there that are attached to the steering wheel already. These high tech transmission systems allow you to shift gears as if you were playing a computer game.
Should you purchase a vehicle that has automatic, manual, or hybrid transmission? This is a question that you will answer upon purchasing your vehicle. If you think that you want better gas consumption efficiency then a manual transmission would suit you whilst if you want easier driving then automatic transmission will suit you. Should you go for a hybrid transmission? Ask your dealer and find out how it fits in with your needs. There are so many types of hybrid transmissions out there and you may need a more detailed description of them to make a good decision on your purchase.
By: Mark Robinson
Posts Tagged ‘Heavy Traffic’
Automatic or Manual Transmission for Your Vehicle
December 22nd, 2009Taking the Jerk Out of Your Transmission
September 24th, 2009It would be great if you could just eliminate all the “jerks” in your life. You wouldn’t have to put up with annoying people who are rude to you. You wouldn’t have to start and stop your car in heavy traffic. You wouldn’t have to wonder about that awful clunking sound when your car shifts from one gear to another.
The bad news is the jerks who are people and the car jerking related to driving in traffic congestion cannot be fixed with mobile car service. The good news is Mobile Car Care can help with the clunking sound which makes you clench your teeth as the sound of metal on metal resounds through the car. With the sophisticated diagnostic and repair equipment on mobile car care vans, you can eliminate the transmission jerks from your life with convenience and ease.
Slip Sliding and Flushing Away
Most vehicles today are manufactured with automatic transmissions, but there are plenty of manual gearboxes in cars of all ages. The transmission is a complex piece of equipment that is essential to your car’s smooth operation. Actually the transmission is a set of mechanical systems which can include hydraulic, electrical and computerised units. That is why Mobile Car Care vans are equipped to deal with a variety of common transmission problems.
What are the typical car transmission repair needs which can be handled by a mobile car care service? You might be surprised to learn that most problems can be fixed in your driveway or at your place of business. You don’t have to try and manage your life or balance your business needs without an essential car or van because a repair shop keeps it for days at a time.
Mobile Car Care can handle a wide range of transmission issues and repairs.
* Slipping
* Leaking fluid
* Won’t shift
* Jerks when trying to shift into park or reverse
* Computer problems
* Shift throttle cable problems including breakage
* Normal wear requiring complete overhaul
* Linkage vacuum hoses broken or worn
* Loose electrical connections
Naturally these are not all of the transmission problems which can occur, but they are the most common. From replacing computerised modules to flushing the transmission, the Mobile Car Care van is prepared to deal with all of the common repair needs your transmission may require. In the unlikely event the problem requires special tools and cannot be fixed at a remote site, the Mobile Car Care workshop is fully equipped with trained mobile mechanics ready to get your car quickly back in action.
Smooth Shifting
The type of transmission repair your vehicle needs depends on the problem of course. The mobile repair van is fully equipped to make and accurate diagnosis and then repair the problem. Repairs include sealing leaks, replacing parts such as sensors and solenoids, tightening electrical connections, replacing broken linkages, and even doing a complete transmission overhaul.
It is important that vehicle owners detect transmission problems as soon as possible just like it is important to do regular maintenance. Signs a transmission problem exists include leaks under the car, vibrations or odd sounds, car refusing to shift smoothly, or car refusing to shift at all. Vehicle owners should check fluid levels and connections regularly.
Businesses operating fleets of cars and/or vans can take advantage of the Mobile Car Care on-site service program to prevent problems. For example, service programs include periodic transmission flushing.
Mobile Car Care can handle most of the typical transmission problems wherever your vehicle is parked.
By: Martin Mansour
Drive Car Using Water
December 8th, 20091. Slow down your speed
As stated above, slow down your driving speed. Everyone knows this, but not many uses it. Well, it is a proven fact that dragging your engine will increase your fuel consumption rate. It is your choice to decide what speed you want to travel at.
2. Close Your window
Open your window when driving will increase the turbulence in your car and eventually your car will need more fuel to move. use the build in ventilation instead.
3. Plan your route
Try to plan your route before you head off. A route with more traffic light and heavy traffic is always not a good idea. The shortest route however may not be the best route if you are required to stop a lot. Try to avoid route that have a lot of high gradient slope or uneven road.
4. Top up your tank at Arco
Well, this is my personal comment. Every year, other major petrol company are making millions and millions or profit from us driver. They keep on advertising their new product such as Techron, V-power which they put in expensive stuff into them to order sell them at a higher price. In fact, all the petrol as basically the same, just that they claim their petrol have a cleaner burning combustion and better fuel efficiency. I am getting my top up at Acro at the moment and I never had any trouble with their quality.
But I sometimes do go to Chevron for a top up as well. I will put in exactly 8 gallons into my tank in order to qualify for a discount at the car wash section.
Another tips is when I traveling on the road, I try to keep note of the petrol price along the way. If I happen to see the price goes down, I may consider topping up. Some petrol station does offer a free cup of coffee with a fill up.
Manual transmission is great. I strongly encourage everyone to try using it. By using manual transmission, you can pretty much decide if you want a sport shifting at a higher rounds per minute (rpm) or a fuel efficiency shifting at a lower rpm. No matter how ‘clever’ the car claimed to be, it is never more clever than a human head.
If you are already driving a manual transmission now, and wish to save some fuel as well. Remember this golden rule, shift up early, shift down late.
5. Disable that cruise control
If you have the cruise control and the road is clear ahead, by all means use the cruise control. It will keep your speed constant, thus there is no need for you to accelerate. But if the road is not clear, you will be wasting a lot of fuel. Remember to use that overdrive function. It helps to keep your rpm low. Go into neutral gear when your car is standing still, to reduce and cool off the transmission.
6. Reduce your car overall weight
Another law of physics. You should try to remove those junk at the boot of your car. But keep the spare tire and other gears. You never know when you will need them.
7. Turn off your engine.
Even when your car is not moving, it is still using your fuel. If your air con is on, it takes up even more fuel. So if you know that you will be in the spot for more then 5 minutes, consider switching off the engine.
By: Zouking
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