Torque converters appear to be a bunch of mysterious whirlwind motion inside a spinning shell that transmits an engine's power to the transmission and rear wheels. Although they seem complex, torque ...

Incontinent Coupe Q. I have a '40 Ford coupe 350/350 SBC/Turbo. In the November SRM there was a question from the person with the '49 Merc and C6 with shifting and leaking problems. I have a similar ...

For most people, knowing exactly how a torque converter works is a mystery. It’s completely understandable, as the modern torque converter is a complex device. In short, a torque converter is an ...

For cars that only have two pedals, its time to make driving great again. Let’s make use of the scientific method along with a few dollars to optimize your driving experiences! OK, for all you rich ...

If you’ve ever driven a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission, chances are good you’ve been in command of a torque converter. At the risk of oversimplification, a torque converter transfers ...

Upgrading torque converters and transmissions can transform your vehicle’s performance, whether for track days, towing, or spirited street driving. These components directly affect how efficiently ...

Some 2024 GMC Acadia owners may need a new torque converter, per a recent GM service bulletin. According to the bulletin, the issue may trigger a “Service Engine Soon” (SES) light, as well as ...

Ever wonder how your transmission knows to shift gears? Why is it that when you stop, the engine doesn't die? We're here to show you how cars work. We recently looked at manual transmissions. This ...

My present Motability car is a Skoda Yeti 1.2 DSG. It's time to replace this car and I want my next car to have a torque converter transmission. I have shortlisted the Peugeot 3008 SUV Allure 1.2 ...

Beefing up your diesel pickup’s factory torque converter with a heavy-duty billet-style improves power, fuel economy and transmission durability — you can bank on it When it comes to towing, the ...