The six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission Ford launched in the U.S. with the Fiesta and Focus has had a seriously troubled life from early drivability and reliability problems that eventually ...

A functioning clutch is vital to your car’s transmission system. When it wears out, you might notice problems like slipping, grinding or difficulty shifting gears. Suddenly, you wonder: “Will my car ...

On a vehicle with a traditional manual transmission, engine output is routed through a clutch mechanism to the geardrive assembly. A flywheel bolts to the end of the crankshaft on the rear of the ...

I recently bought a used (Volkswagen) Golf GTI which had been retuned. Didn’t bother me; the car was relatively cheap in comparison to others on the market and in good condition, so any problems ...