Automatic transmissions

Generation 2 ZF 8HP

Second generation of the ZF 8-speed automatic transmission

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The 8HP 8-speed automatic transmission has received some improvements in terms of fuel consumption and ride comfort and dynamics. This second generation is in volume production since July 2014 in the BMW 520d. The new 8HP offers further developments that range from lower drag torques and higher spread through to an improved torsional vibration absorption. Gradually, the […]

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HY-VO chain drive by BorgWarner

HY-VO Chain Drives Transfer Cases For Toyota And Lexus

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BorgWarner’s next-generation HY-VO® chain drives transfer cases for the Lexus® GX and the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, 4Runner, Tacoma and FJ Cruiser. Specifically engineered to reduce friction, the chain improves efficiency and helps increase fuel economy. BorgWarner produces HY-VO chain for these applications at its facility in Japan. “Using our testing and simulation capabilities, BorgWarner developed the

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Magna International Inc ProActive Rear Drive Module

Mercedes-Benz GLA to be equipped with a Magna AWD System

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Magna International Inc. announced that its Magna Powertrain operating unit is supplying an innovative all-wheel-drive (AWD) system for the new Mercedes-Benz GLA compact SUV as well as the A45 AMG and the CLA. The AWD system, called ProActiveTM Rear Drive Module, is specifically designed as a platform solution for C-segment vehicles and achieves a high level of

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Mercedes-Benz automatic transmission 9G-TRONIC

The 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission by Mercedes

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The first nine-speed automatic transmission with torque converter, the 9G-TRONIC for premium vehicles, is now celebrating its debut: the E 350 BlueTEC will be equipped with this power transmission. The drive element of a classic automatic transmission is the hydrodynamic torque converter. In the new 9G-TRONIC, the engineers have improved the hydraulic circuit in the torque

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ZF electrification modules

A lightweight electrified drive axle by ZF

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ZF has combined several lightweight design and construction solutions in one electric vehicle demonstrator called the Innovation Prototype, which features lightweight axle systems and electric front-wheel drive. The concept makes use of carbon fiber, glass fiber (using advanced production techniques) and aluminum. The prototype is powered by a 120.7 hp (90 kW) electric drive module

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