From torque converters to dual-clutch and CVTs, modern automatics take very different paths to the same job. Despite its ubiquity, the automatic transmission is one of the most mechanically complex ...

Both manual and automatic transmission require fluid, to quite literally keep the gears turning. What's the difference between the two fluid types?

Close-up of the top half of a flex plate installed in vehicle - Wirestock/Getty Images If you take a look at diagrams of typical automatic and manual transmissions, you'll see a lot of noticeable ...

(iSeeCars) – When it comes to transmissions, cars used to fall under two categories: manual and automatic. However, a third type of transmission is growing in popularity, creating a third option: the ...