Drivetrain and transmission
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GM’s new heavy-duty pickup diesel engine is a shot across the bow of its crosstown rivals Ford and Ram.
By Lawrence Hodge
September 24, 2026
You don't need to spend a fortune to get a new vehicle with all-wheel drive. These AWD cars, trucks and SUVs all cost less than $35,000.
By Jared Gall
September 16, 2026
Genesis unveiled its next-generation hybrid powertrain, set to debut in the GV80 SUV, and for the first time in the brand’s history, the U.S. will receive a hybrid Genesis.
By Brian Normile
August 14, 2026
The Honda Civic Si and Acura Integra manual are going on hiatus until at least 2028, so if you’re in the market for one, you should check them out before they’re gone.
By Lawrence Hodge
July 28, 2026
Ford is recalling nearly 45,000 F-150 pickup trucks after an incorrect previous repair may
cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift into 1st gear.
By MacKenzie Tucker
June 18, 2026
When you look at total cost, the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali with the 3.0-liter Duramax turbo-diesel engine costs less than every other Denali variant.
By Aaron Bragman
June 11, 2026
Continuously variable transmissions allow the engine of a car to continuously operate in its most effective rpm range.
By Fred Meier
June 8, 2026
Like a traditional transmission, maintenance is an important part of making a CVT last as long as possible. Here are some tips.
By Rick Cotta
May 23, 2026
Since modern automatic transmissions are generally seamless, any noticeable symptoms are important warnings that should prompt an immediate diagnosis.
By Rick Popely
February 22, 2026
Affordable manual-transmission options are increasingly scarce, but there are some rear- and all-wheel-drive sports cars on the market with manual transmissions and a base price of $50,000 or less.
By Cherise Threewitt
February 19, 2026