Jun 26, 2026 | BMW Gearbox
BMW builds some of the smoothest automatic gearboxes on the road, and many models, from the 3 Series through to the X3 and X5, are fitted with a ZF transmission, widely regarded as one of the best in the business. Even the best gearboxes wear over time, though, and...
May 29, 2026 | Automatic Gearbox
An automatic gearbox is built to do its job quietly in the background, so it is easy to miss the early signs that something is not quite right. Most drivers only take notice once the problem becomes hard to ignore. The good news is that a gearbox usually gives plenty...
Apr 24, 2026 | Uncategorized
Many drivers only notice how their automatic gearbox behaves once they are stuck in traffic. Stop start driving puts a different kind of demand on the transmission compared to steady motorway speeds. Small changes in how the car moves, responds or shifts gear can...
Mar 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
Over the last decade, automatic vehicles have become far more common on UK roads. Vehicles that once came with manual gearboxes as standard are now often fitted with automatic transmissions, even on smaller models. Drivers who previously preferred manual cars are now...
Oct 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you drive a vehicle fitted with a DSG gearbox, you already know how smooth and responsive it can be. Known for its fast gear changes and improved fuel efficiency, the direct shift gearbox is popular among performance car owners and drivers who enjoy a refined,...
