FixMyCar explains how DSG gearboxes work, how reliable they are and what cars you can find them in.
The DSG gearbox works on a similar principle to a single-clutch automated manual (more about which later) but, as the name suggests, use two clutches. The idea is that they can line up the gear they think you’re going to need next on one clutch while the other is still being used ...
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Gear Arrangement:Helical Hardened Gearbox; Material:Cast Iron; Toothed Portion Shape:Bevel Wheel; Manufacturing Method:Forging Gear; Rated Power:2.3kw~225kw; Gear Profile:Hardened Helical Gears; Ratio:10~25; Backstop:Optional; Housing:Cast...
It’s available on most trim levels, but there’s no manual option with it – you’ll get a DSG automatic gearbox (which is also available as an option with the 1.0 TSI 116). Suspension and ride comfort Small cars haven't traditionally been particularly attractive to those who want a ...
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Automatic transmissions are a mystery; at least to the people who have no idea about how an automobile motor works. Who would want to think about a machine that is automatic and works seamlessly? Unlike manual shifters, you don’t need to know about them to utilize them to their full pot...
While the automatic gearbox on vehicles in the past used hydraulic actuators, the more recent and advanced vehicles now make use of an integrated computer with the help of which they get to know the best time to shift the gears. The computer tells the system which is the best gear option ...
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Bothmanual boxesare light and easy to use, with an equally light and long travel clutch pedal that encourages you to drive in a relaxed manner. The optional seven-speedDSG automatic gearbox(standard on the 1.5 TSI 150) changes gear smoothly enough, but we’d stick with the six-speed manual...