In Focus: Transmissions

Feb 6, 2004

This month’s InFocus takes aim at transmissions. Know how much torque capacity you need? How many speeds? Whether direct drive or overdrive is best for you? If not, check out “Savvy spec’ing: Gears ‘n Rears,” CCJ, April 2002. Then peruse this sampling of manual, automated and automatic trannies offered for 2004.

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