The NX 300h introduces the driving experience of Lexus Hybrid Drive to the mid-sized premium SUV segment for the first time. The system combines a Lexus 2.5l Atkinson cycle engine, generator, motor and battery with a Hybrid Vehicle control unit developed specially for the NX. The powertrain delivers a total system output of 145 kW […]
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The new Mercedes-AMG GT combines a unique design idiom and luxurious interior with impressive performance: AMG 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine, 462 hp, goes from zero to 100 km/h in 4 seconds (Mercedes-AMG GT S: 510 hp, from zero to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds). AMG 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine with dry sump lubrication, AMG SPEEDSHIFT
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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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The RC F, due for market launch at the end of the year 2014, has at its heart the most powerful V8 engine Lexus has yet produced for a road car. The 5.0-liter, 32-valve unit produces 470 hp and 530 Nm of torque, matched to a specially calibrated, eight-speed Sports Direct Shift transmission. The RC
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In this video, you will learn about the first dual clutch transmission on the market for heay duty trucks, developped by Volvo. [youtube url=”http://youtu.be/MR5iFgJBpYk” fs=”1″ rel=”0″ showinfo=”0″]
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